Sheena Conn facts for kids
Sheena E. Conn is a former politician from Northern Ireland. She was part of a group called "unionists," who believe Northern Ireland should remain part of the United Kingdom.
Early Life and Education
Sheena Conn was born in Belfast, a major city in Northern Ireland. She went to Queen's University Belfast for her studies. After finishing university, she worked as a school dentist, helping children keep their teeth healthy.
Stepping into Politics
Sheena married Douglas Conn, who was already involved in politics as the President of the North Londonderry Unionist Association. After they married, Sheena moved to Limavady and joined the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). This party is one of the main unionist political parties in Northern Ireland.
Even though she had no political experience before, Sheena decided to run for election. She stood for a seat in the Londonderry area during the 1973 Northern Ireland Assembly election. She was successful and won a seat in the Assembly. Later, in 1975, she kept her seat on the Northern Ireland Constitutional Convention, which was another important political group.
Beyond Politics
Besides her political work, Sheena Conn was also a leader in the Girl Guides. This organization helps young girls develop important life skills and confidence. More recently, she has been busy running a farm where people can come and pick their own fresh fruit.
