In the bustling heart of Westminster, London, nestled amongst the historic grandeur, towering offices and relentless pace, lies a hidden gem: Mary Sumner House. The Grade-II listed building is a venue that seamlessly blends elegance with functionality, where history meets purpose, and meetings make a difference to Mary Sumner House as your room booking becomes a catalyst for global change…
Imagine walking into a meeting room where the walls could speak of the countless decisions that have shaped communities worldwide. This is the essence of Mary Sumner House, home to Mothers’ Union, an international charity founded in 1876.
Mary Sumner House – where meetings make a difference
But, what does that mean for you, the busy professional seeking the perfect venue for your next event?
Whether you are organizing a senior management meeting, a stakeholder briefing, a small conference, SLT away day or training session, Mary Sumner House a room for you. It offers a selection of 8 meeting rooms and Conference Hall, ranging in size from 6 people in a Boardroom Layout to 120 people in a Theatre-style Layout.
Mary Sumner House offers competitive rates and central London convenience. It provides an opportunity to be part of a larger narrative for change. In an era where corporate social responsibility is increasingly important, choosing Mary Sumner House sends a clear message about your organisation’s values.
One of the standout features of Mary Sumner House is its commitment to flexibility. Unlike many venues that impose rigid catering policies, Mary Sumner House offers the freedom to choose your preferred caterers. This ensures that every detail of your event aligns with your vision, from the menu to the overall experience.
You will empower change at Mary Sumner House where meetings make a difference
By choosing Mary Sumner House, you not only provide a memorable experience for your colleagues and clients, you’re contributing to a movement that empowers women and transforms lives globally.
One such example is Mothers’ Union’s Burundi Literacy and Financial Education Programme. This has been running since 2000 to combat poverty, promote gender equality and women’s empowerment, focusing on functional literacy and numeracy education before expanding to encompass financial and business development education and the formation of community-led savings and loans associations.
A recent external evaluation of this amazing long-term transformational project has found:
- 90% of female participants started a business, with 83% having two or three businesses.
- 86% of female, and 90% of male, programme participants reported reduced domestic and intimate partner violence.
- 88% of female participants have increased personal income, while 80% of women were no longer financially dependent on their husbands.
- 78% can now afford higher education for their children.
- 96% can now afford health insurance.
- 94% of participants now reported sending dependent children (notably girls) to school in 2022, compared to 52% in 2006.
- 98% of participants have improved relations with neighbours and community.
“The programme is life changing … it gives you a new (lease of) life. We have learnt to read and write so it has opened our eyes. We make money and can feed and clothe ourselves and our children. We have bought land and have built our own houses. We (women) have become the light of our families.” – A Mothers’ Union leader from the Diocese of Matana, Burundi
Transformational work like this is directly funded by people like you booking events with us.
‘Where history, functionality and philanthropy converge’
Mary Sumner House is not just a venue; it’s a place where history, functionality, and philanthropy converge.
As you plan your next event, consider the ripple effect of your choice. A policy meeting in the Conference Hall could indirectly fund literacy programs in rural communities. An SLT away day might contribute to initiatives fighting gender-based violence. Your team’s strategy session could help provide the resources for women to become entrepreneurs in developing countries.
Make your next event count. Choose Mary Sumner House, where every booking is a step towards a world free of poverty, violence and injustice – a world where everyone thrives.
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