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Do you fancy representing Mumsnet at the G8 Summit in June?

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RowanMumsnet · 20/05/2013 16:24

Hello,

We have an opportunity to send an MNer to the G8 Summit in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland. The G8 meeting forms part of the UK's current Presidency of the G8, and is an opportunity for leading heads of government to get together to discuss major international issues.

The trip would be part of a project associated with the IF Campaign, and they're looking particularly for someone with an interest in world hunger. You'd be asked to report back as events unfold via a thread on Active Conversations, and also possibly speak to the press while you're there.

You would need to be available between June 16 and June 18, and willing to travel and stay overnight (unless you're very local); travel and accommodation expenses will be covered.

So if you're interested in international issues, and particularly the objectives of the IF campaign, do please post here to indicate your interest. We need to have a name by lunchtime on Tuesday May 21, so time is of the essence!

Thanks,
MNHQ

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RowanMumsnet · 20/05/2013 16:53

It is indeed a fabulous gig: I represented MN at the G20 in London in April 2009 and it was tremendously good fun, and hugely interesting (and I got a job out of it Wink)

You don't have to be an acknowledged expert on anything; the people organising the event are very helpful and can usually point you at someone who can answer any questions you might have. It does help to have a basic grounding and understanding of the issues, though.

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loopylou6 · 20/05/2013 16:52

would you be able to take your partner with you?

CherylTrole · 20/05/2013 16:50

*MNer!

CherylTrole · 20/05/2013 16:49

Wow thats a fabulous gig for someone on here. Im not clued up enough either but I am certain there is a MNwho is perfect for the job! Enniskillen is a lovely place BTW. I will be following this with interest!

YoniMatopoeia · 20/05/2013 16:34

What a fantastic opportunity. I would love to do it, but I am sure there are others who know more than me.

MaggieMaggieMaggieMcGill · 20/05/2013 16:27

Sounds like a great opportunity. I would love to except the IF campaign and world hunger issues are not something I am that informed on.
Good luck to whoever gets to go.