How to Stand for the Rep Body - A Webinar about being a candidate for the Representative Body Elections

This webinar is for all Learning Disability England Members who are interested in becoming a candidate* and standing in the Representative Body election this year. You can come along if you're not sure, or want to learn more about it, too!

This webinar will cover:

• What the Representative Body is and what it does 
• How to become a candidate in the election 
• Dates and deadlines for applying to be a candidate 
• There'll be a chance to ask questions

*A candidate is someone who puts themselves forward for a role and then people vote who they want to do that role 

Rep Body Election Information
All members can put themselves forward to become a Rep Body Member, and all members vote for who they want to join the Rep Body. 

About the Rep Body: 

• The Representative Body represents Learning Disability England members and acts on their behalf, making important decisions about Learning Disability England says and does.
• The Representative Body is an even split of 4 self-advocate Reps, 4 families and friends Reps, and 4 organisational Reps.
• You can read about the Rep Body and what is is here.

We will share more information about Rep Body elections in March 2025

These sessions are open to all members. Not a member yet? You can join from as little as £12 a year.

If you have something you would like to share during the session or a topic to discuss send us an email on amanda.fawcett@ldengland.org.uk