What others say about Maryam

Below is a selection of the endorsements Maryam has received from trade unionists, activists, and leaders

Melissa Heywood

TSSA President

"Maryam is the standout candidate in this race. She is an effective bureaucrat, inspiring activist and passionate about representing members & solving TSSA's problems. Vote for Maryam!"

Mary Sithole

TSSA Treasurer

"TSSA needs somebody who can resonate with a diverse membership and Maryam has both the political and union experience to create a strong united TSSA, whilst connecting us to progressive groups to amplify our voices externally too. Vote for Maryam!"

Jim Kennedy

Former National Local Government Officer at Unite, former National Political Officer at UCATT, and former Chair of the Labour Party

“Maryam is a committed trade unionist and worked diligently on UCATT's defence of blacklisted workers. She vocally supported the campaign to block blacklisting companies from winning contracts in local government. I urge all TSSA members to vote for Maryam”

Catherine Poole

London Transport Member of TSSA Executive Committee

I'm voting for Maryam because I believe she will bring immense skill and talent to our union. Her tenacity and willingness to tackle tough issues such as construction worker blacklisting is just what we need in a General Secretary and I have no doubt that our union will be better and stronger under her leadership.

Emina Ibrahim

Full-time Unison official & Haringey Councillor

"Maryam was always helpful to the trade union movement as an elected councillor. She has the knowledge & skills needed to build alliances and represent organised workers as an equal with government and employers"

Murad Qureshi

Former London Assembly Member (2004-2016 & 2020-21) and former member of London Assembly Transport Committee

“I got to know Maryam through her deep interest in public transport via campaigns for Crossrail and concerns for passengers and staff on equality issues. So l have no doubt she has the passion and will to make a real difference as General Secretary of TSSA for staff and passengers of public transport.“

Ian Byrne MP

Member of Parliament for Liverpool West Derby

"Maryam is a listener, campaigner and has the administrative skills to run a membership organisation. She has the traits you need at the top of any union plus more and will fight for workers rights as well as promote equality for LGBTQ+, Women, BAME, Young and Disabled workers"

Gemma Southgate

Wales and Western Member of TSSA Executive Committee

"TSSA needs a campaigning General Secretary, and Maryam has already joined TSSA activists across the country to rally public support for our campaigns. She's also best placed to engage young members & has the skills that resonate with younger workers to help the union grow. Please vote for Maryam"

Jayson-Mark Gill

North East Member of TSSA Executive Committee

"I'm supporting Maryam because I think her experience in UCATT in supporting blacklisted workers and the depth of her knowledge around diversity and equality will drive the change TSSA needs. She's a leader who will always put our members first."

Lester Holloway

Editor of “The Voice” newspaper

“No other candidate in this contest has Maryam's track record on equalities. I am confident she will unreservedly defend the rights of TSSA members, staff and activists"

Katy Clark

Member of the Scottish Parliament for West Scotland

"I worked with Maryam for Jeremy Corbyn when he was Leader of the Labour Party and then again in Labour HQ when she became Head of Equalities and Secretary of the NEC Equalities Committee. She is experienced in democratising a membership organisation and works collaboratively to find solutions. Vote for Maryam"

Maryam Eslamdoust for TSSA General Secretary