Welcome to the Social Liberal Forum
We campaign for a Citizens' Britain, characterised by a transfer of power from remote and unaccountable corporations and institutions to people and communities. We do this because we believe individuals & communities should shape their own destinies; when this happens it produces the best outcomes for people & planet.
The Social Liberal Forum (SLF) works through events, media and policy publications to support social liberalism, principally within the Liberal Democrats, as well as independently. We work closely with MPs, Peers, Councillors and other elected officials to promote social liberalism.
There are many ways to get involved with the SLF, including as a member, where you receive exclusive access to events, voting rights for SLF Council and wider benefits.
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The Social Liberal Forum (SLF) exists to promote social liberal ideas, debate policy, and help shape a fair, open and inclusive society.
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