Kate Adie’s face is one of the most instantly recognisable in broadcasting today. Kate has reported from some of the most dangerous war zones around the world such as the Gulf War and conflicts in the former Yugoslavia. In 1989 Kate became the BBC’s chief news correspondent.

Last night saw The Verbal Arts Centre host an intimate talk with Kate on her most recent literary achievement Corsets to Camouflage. Due to the phenomenal interest in the event tickets were sold out quickly and the Blue Coat Room was full to capacity.

During the intriguing one hour talk, Kate discussed the issue of military uniform for women. Kate also discussed in detail women’s contribution to both world wars. The talk was promptly followed by a stimulating question and answer session chaired by the Centre’s Executive Director James Kerr.

The Event was an immense success and the audience rose to their feet to give Kate a thunderous ovation. Afterwards Kate obliged with a book signing. It really was a fascinating insight into women on the front line.

Kate provided a second talk for schools on Thursday 21st October that was well attended by local schools including Foyle Londonderry College, St Joseph’s secondary school, St Columbs College and the North West Institute . This talk focused more on being a journalist and the issues one will face.

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