Work with us

Do you want to make a difference in a small team dedicated to progressing women's rights? If yes, we'd love to hear from you!

Job openings

We currently do not have any staff openings at The Fawcett Society. Please check back later for future posts, or see below for volunteering opportunities.

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Volunteer for Fawcett

We are always looking for volunteers to help at our London offices or at events throughout the year. Find out more about voluntary opportunities and how to sign up here.

The best way to help Fawcett? Become a member!

Our members are central to everything we do. 2018 marks 100 years since women first secured the right to vote. We're preparing an exciting programme of activity, and we want you to be a part of it. Joining us really is the best way to show your support for women's rights. Find out more here.

Latest

It's time to challenge our addiction to traditional work place norms

20 JUNE 2018: There are many hurdles to overcome when taking shared parental leave, writes one father. But this is a once in a lifetime opportunity not to be missed.
To any new dads wondering if leave is right for him - the answer must be yes

19 JUNE 2018: One full-time dad shares his account of taking leave and feelings of isolation that sometimes come with navigating the new baby world.
Father's Day in 2018? We still haven't made it out of the 1950's

16 JUNE 2018: The Government's attitude to fathers in the workplace reveals they are still wearing their 1950's spectacles, writes Fawcett Chief Executive Sam Smethers.
Fawcett comments on Government response to report on Fathers and the Workplace

14 JUNE 2018: This is a huge missed opportunity to help families and to address one of the biggest inequalities in our society.

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Our people
Our history

Millicent Fawcett began campaigning for women’s equality in 1866, and was instrumental in achieving first votes for women in 1918. At The Fawcett Society, we’ve continued her legacy of fighting sexism through impactful research and hard-hitting campaigns for over 150 years.

Who we are

The Fawcett Society is the UK’s leading charity campaigning for gender equality and women’s rights. If you believe in a society where no one is prevented from reaching their full potential because of their gender, join us today.
Join the fight for women's rights

Becoming a Fawcett member is the most effective way to fight gender inequality in Britain. Join today!
Work with us

Do you want to make a difference in a small team dedicated to progressing women's rights? If yes, we'd love to hear from you!
Close the gender pay gap

Did you know it will take 100 years to close the gender pay gap at current rates? We cannot afford to keep going backwards.
Sex Discrimination Law Review

How do we make equality law in the UK fit for the 21st century? Create a fairer and more equal society by supporting our Law Review.
Equal Pay Day

The gender pay gap is persisting, but so must we. Will you join the fight to close the gap for good?
Our history

Millicent Fawcett began campaigning for women’s equality in 1866, and was instrumental in achieving first votes for women in 1918. At The Fawcett Society, we’ve continued her legacy of fighting sexism through impactful research and hard-hitting campaigns for over 150 years.
THE GENDER PAY GAP SERIES

We are hosting a series of Gender Pay Gap reporting events to help businesses drive positive change. Watch video clips and download speaker slides from each event here.
Volunteer for us

There are plenty of opportunities to help The Fawcett Society team at our head offices in London, or at various events throughout the year.
Find a local group

We’re delighted to have a growing number of active and effective local women’s rights meet ups, who work in the local community to enforce change and campaign on our behalf. Their work is invaluable to Fawcett.