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It has never been more important to stay up-to-date with news affecting women and girls FiLiA covers the latest feminist-related news and events from the UK and across the globe.

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22 May 2026

The Dangerous Normalisation of Sexual Entitlement

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22 May 2026

The exposure of widespread drugging and rape within intimate relationships has shattered a comforting myth: that sexual violence is primarily committed by strangers, predators lurking outside the home or a small number of ‘monsters’ unlike the rest of society. Cases such as Gisèle Pelicot forced public attention on to a far more disturbing reality: that ordinary, socially-integrated men can – and do – commit extreme violence against women, often with the support, encouragement or silent complicity of other men.

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22 May 2026

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21 May 2026

The EHRC Code of Practice Has Finally Been Laid

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21 May 2026

This is a significant legal and political moment: the Minister for Women and Equalities has laid guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) about how organisations should apply the law under the Equality Act 2010, more than a year after the landmark Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers.Women can use this moment to organise, scrutinise, and challenge institutions that continue to deny women their lawful single-sex spaces, services, and associations.

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21 May 2026

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4 May 2026

The Cost of Work is Still Far too High

4 May 2026

Following our March 2026 webinar, preparing for International Workers’ Memorial Day, Ann Henderson, of the FiLiA Trade Union Women’s Network, highlights the need for workplace action on stress, asbestos and sexual harassment — and more women leading on safety.

4 May 2026

[IMG: FiLiA Incident Review – Conference 2025: Statement from the Trustees]

2 May 2026

FiLiA Incident Review – Conference 2025: Statement from the Trustees

2 May 2026

Following an incident at the Saturday night party of our 2025 conference, FiLiA’s trustees commissioned an independent review to understand what happened and how we can do better.That review has now been completed. We are grateful to the independent reviewer, Deb Cartwright, for her thorough, fair and compassionate approach. We accept her findings and recommendations in full. Read our statement on this here.

2 May 2026

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28 April 2026

The Invisible Killer: Asbestos and the Dangers for Women in the Workplace

28 April 2026

Asbestos is killing more women every year. But evidence shows that many still aren’t aware of the disease and how it can be acquired at work. This blog is based on a speech given by Susan Aitouaziz for the FiLiA Trade Union Women’s Network Health & Safety is a Women’s Issue webinar. Held on 26th March 2026, in preparation for International Workers’ Memorial Day on 26th April 2026.

28 April 2026

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24 April 2026

Abolition in Action, Celebrating 10 years of the Abolition law with French Sisters

24 April 2026

If you want to understand what real change looks like in practice, this account from Paris is a powerful place to start. It brings together survivor voices, political leadership and frontline activism to show how the Equality Model can shift both law and culture, holding men accountable while supporting women to exit prostitution. More than a reflection, it is an urgent reminder that abolition is not just possible but already happening, and that the UK has much to learn from it.

24 April 2026

[H1] Amplifying the Voices of Women: The FiLiA Podcast

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“I can’t remember the last time I felt so at home with a large group of mostly strangers, the atmosphere was just wonderful.”
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“I have found it incredibly moving, liberating, and enraging, in equal measure.”
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“Thank you, and well done - considering this is accomplished by volunteers it’s nothing short of amazing”
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“My first FiLiA conference and the best conference I ever attended!”
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“It was incredible to find such a thriving lesbian community at FiLiA, and one that follows the actual true definition of lesbian. It was here that I think I found an independent lesbian feminist voice of my own!”
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“Speakers - unimaginably diverse in content and background – what a wonderful thing for a first-time attendee to see ♥”
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“I haven’t stopped talking about the inspiring women I heard or the situations they have been in or are in and the bravery of a lot of them. It was at time harrowing but it also gave me enormous hope.”
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“Every year FiLiA energises me in a different way and I am so grateful for giving me this sense of belonging.”
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“Jubilant, supportive, fun … but also sobering and serious. That’s how the best politically relevant gatherings are.”
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“It was especially wonderful to see working-class women representing themselves and to hear their inspiring stories of activism. Too often we feel left out of feminism by the language used and access to events.”
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[IMG: The Dangerous Normalisation of Sexual Entitlement]

The Dangerous Normalisation of Sexual Entitlement
The exposure of widespread drugging and rape within intimate relationships has shattered a comforting myth: that sexual violence is primarily committed by strangers, predators lurking outside the home or a small number of ‘monsters’ unlike the rest of society. Cases such as Gisèle Pelicot forced public attention on to a far more disturbing reality: that ordinary, socially-integrated men can – and do – commit extreme violence against women, often with the support, encouragement or silent complicity of other men.
BlogMICHELLE KERWINMay 22, 2026Sexual Exploitation Industries

[IMG: The EHRC Code of Practice Has Finally Been Laid]

The EHRC Code of Practice Has Finally Been Laid
This is a significant legal and political moment: the Minister for Women and Equalities has laid guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) about how organisations should apply the law under the Equality Act 2010, more than a year after the landmark Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers.Women can use this moment to organise, scrutinise, and challenge institutions that continue to deny women their lawful single-sex spaces, services, and associations.
StatementsMICHELLE KERWINMay 21, 2026Government Policy, Sex-Based Rights

[IMG: The Cost of Work is Still Far too High]

The Cost of Work is Still Far too High
Following our March 2026 webinar, preparing for International Workers’ Memorial Day, Ann Henderson, of the FiLiA Trade Union Women’s Network, highlights the need for workplace action on stress, asbestos and sexual harassment — and more women leading on safety.
Miz JakubovicMay 04, 2026

[IMG: FiLiA Incident Review – Conference 2025: Statement from the Trustees]

FiLiA Incident Review – Conference 2025: Statement from the Trustees
Following an incident at the Saturday night party of our 2025 conference, FiLiA’s trustees commissioned an independent review to understand what happened and how we can do better.That review has now been completed. We are grateful to the independent reviewer, Deb Cartwright, for her thorough, fair and compassionate approach. We accept her findings and recommendations in full. Read our statement on this here.
Miz JakubovicMay 02, 2026

[IMG: The Invisible Killer: Asbestos and the Dangers for Women in the Workplace]

The Invisible Killer: Asbestos and the Dangers for Women in the Workplace
Asbestos is killing more women every year. But evidence shows that many still aren’t aware of the disease and how it can be acquired at work. This blog is based on a speech given by Susan Aitouaziz for the FiLiA Trade Union Women’s Network Health & Safety is a Women’s Issue webinar. Held on 26th March 2026, in preparation for International Workers’ Memorial Day on 26th April 2026.
MICHELLE KERWINApr 28, 2026

[IMG: Abolition in Action, Celebrating 10 years of the Abolition law with French Sisters]

Abolition in Action, Celebrating 10 years of the Abolition law with French Sisters
If you want to understand what real change looks like in practice, this account from Paris is a powerful place to start. It brings together survivor voices, political leadership and frontline activism to show how the Equality Model can shift both law and culture, holding men accountable while supporting women to exit prostitution. More than a reflection, it is an urgent reminder that abolition is not just possible but already happening, and that the UK has much to learn from it.
MICHELLE KERWINApr 24, 2026

[IMG: Holding up Half the Sky – Women and the Labour Movement]

Holding up Half the Sky – Women and the Labour Movement
The labour movement sees itself as the champion of women’s rights but continues to be complicit in our oppression. Women’s participation is constrained and subject to conditions that other oppressed groups do not face. By tackling the sex and misogyny in its midst, it would not only demonstrate its commitment to women's rights but build its own strength. The labour movement needs women: without us it will fail. This is the text of a speech made by Kiri Tunks for FiLiA Trade Union Women’s Network, as part of a women-only panel, at the Morning Star Conference '1926 to 2026 – Organised Labour 100 Years from the General Strike'.
MICHELLE KERWINApr 17, 2026

[IMG: Charity Commission closes its case into FiLiA]

Charity Commission closes its case into FiLiA
We have some important and positive news to share. The Charity Commission for England and Wales has closed its case into FiLiA with no further regulatory action required. Read our statement about this here.
StatementsMiz JakubovicApr 10, 2026

[IMG: Women in FiLiA – Reflections on the Past Week]

Women in FiLiA – Reflections on the Past Week
If you looked closely, amid half a million people, you could spot the FiLiA contingent at the Together March. Our politics (small p) haven’t changed – but the context in which we operate has. Read about our week of feminist activism!
Miz JakubovicApr 01, 2026

[IMG: Women First Return to Westminster]

Women First Return to Westminster
On 17th March, Hannah Shead, FiLiA Women First project Lead, was invited to talk on behalf of FiLiA Women First at the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Commercial Sexual Exploitation, chaired by Tonia Antoniazzi MP, with secretariat support provided by UK Feminista. This blog is about this meeting, where Hannah spoke about how prostitution is male violence.
Miz JakubovicApr 01, 2026

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FiLiA Trade Union Women's Network on Women’s Representation at the Alloa Women’s Festival
On 7th March 2026, Kate Ramsden, the Scottish Convenor of the FiLiA Trade Union Women's Network, was invited to the Alloa Women's Festival to speak on a panel on women’s representation, on behalf of the Network. This is a transcript of her speech.
Miz JakubovicMar 13, 2026

[IMG: Joint Statement from Project Resist and FiLiA on ‘Earned Settlement’]

Joint Statement from Project Resist and FiLiA on ‘Earned Settlement’
Following our co-produced response (alongside LISG and women in the FiLiA Women's Assembly) to the Government's consultation on the 'Earned Settlement’ policy, Project Resist and FiLiA have released a joint statement calling on the Government to reconsider the policy in its entirety. If enacted, it will have a terrifying impact on the poorest and most vulnerable migrants, particularly women. The political direction of travel could not be clearer, and we must resist. Read the statement and join our call here.
StatementsMiz JakubovicFeb 25, 2026Global, Government Policy, Anti-racism, Lesbian Rights

[IMG: Unbuyable Debate – Some Reflections]

Unbuyable Debate – Some Reflections
Written by Hannah Shead, FiLiA Women First Project Lead, this blog reflects on the Unbuyable debate that took place in Scottish Parliament and is a summary of the key issues and outcome. We call on local authorities to work with us to use our Women First audit tool. We call on policy makers to listen to the voices of survivors of the sex trade, not just those with the loudest platforms.
Miz JakubovicFeb 13, 2026

[IMG: FiLiA response to BHCC Community Safety and Crime Reduction Strategy Consultation]

FiLiA response to BHCC Community Safety and Crime Reduction Strategy Consultation
Read how FiLiA challenged an inaccuracy in Brighton and Hove City Council’s Community Safety and Crime Reduction Strategy. FiLiA shows how feminist organisations can hold public bodies to account, ensuring that policies affecting women’s safety are based on accurate information.
Miz JakubovicFeb 13, 2026

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Older Lesbians
When women age we become increasingly invisible in our culture, and this applies even more so to lesbians. This was a short speech given as part of the lesbian stream of workshops and events at FiLiA 2025. It speaks about our identities as older lesbians, some of the issues we are confronted by and the importance of lesbian community and of consciousness-raising groups as a way of exploring the issues of old age and the sisterhood we need to support one another through the difficulties and the joys.
BlogMICHELLE KERWINJan 26, 2026Lesbian Rights

[IMG: FiLiA’s Thoughts on the New VAWG Strategy: Welcome Words, Hard Questions and the Work Ahead]

FiLiA’s Thoughts on the New VAWG Strategy: Welcome Words, Hard Questions and the Work Ahead
FiLiA welcomes the governments new VAWG strategy Freedom from Violence and Abuse: a cross-government strategy to build a safer society for women and girls. We share some comments on its opportunities and challenges.
MICHELLE KERWINDec 22, 2025

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Amplifying Women’s Voices on the Harms of Surrogacy
FiLiA has a lengthy history in highlighting the harms of surrogacy and egg donation on women and children, and also in supporting action and activism to address this violation of women's human rights. The FiLiA Women's Assembly, a growing network of women across the UK, recently arranged a focus group in order to respond to a new consultation on surrogacy. A consultation which signalled that the threat of surrogacy law reform, with a potential relaxation in the laws which govern this exploitative practice, persists. There is, however, a powerful, grassroots movement of women in FiLiA Women's Assembly mobilising resistance.
Miz JakubovicDec 03, 2025

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FiLiA Young Women attend Sussex Freshers' Fair
In late September, two members of our Young Women’s Volunteer Group, Amy and Lily, went to the Sussex University Freshers’ Fair on behalf of FiLiA. Here, they share what the experience was like, and what they learned from it.
FiLiADec 01, 2025

[IMG: Why feminists mark the UN day for the elimination of VAWG and why our activism can never be limited to 16 days.]

Why feminists mark the UN day for the elimination of VAWG and why our activism can never be limited to 16 days.
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the 16 Days of Activism are not symbolic hashtags or polite reminders. They are part of a long feminist tradition of refusing silence, refusing minimisation and refusing the global indifference that too often greets male violence against women and girls (MVAWG). These moments matter because they amplify the truth that patriarchy works overtime to obscure: that MVAWG is not natural, inevitable or random, it is political.
BlogFiLiANov 26, 2025Violence Against Women

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FiLiA’s Parliamentary Event – The Speeches
The FiLiA Campaigns and Policy team are pleased to have formally launched the FiLiA Women's Assembly (FWA) and our new report, Making Policy Work for Women, with an event in Parliament on Wednesday 19th November 2025. We are very grateful to Tonia Antoniazzi MP for being our Parliamentary sponsor for this event. She, Fran, a member of the FiLiA Women’s Assembly, and Kruti, FiLiA’s Director of Policy, all gave short speeches at the event and we are proud to share them here.
BlogFiLiANov 20, 2025Government Policy

[IMG: Statement from the FiLiA Trustees on the FiLiA2025 conference]

Statement from the FiLiA Trustees on the FiLiA2025 conference
The FiLiA Trustees have been reflecting since our conference finished six days ago, listening to the many Women affected and looking after our team, who have worked exceptionally hard over the last two years in preparation for our largest and 10th conference. It is clear there are multiple perspectives and experiences and we want to start by acknowledging that this statement won’t satisfy everyone but we hope it reassures Women that we have listened, will continue to listen and are responding to the issues that occurred last weekend.
StatementsMiz JakubovicOct 18, 2025

[IMG: Statement from the FiLiA Trustees on the FiLiA Party]

Statement from the FiLiA Trustees on the FiLiA Party
StatementsFiLiAOct 12, 2025

[IMG: Statement from FiLiA Trustees on Sisterhood and Solidarity]

Statement from FiLiA Trustees on Sisterhood and Solidarity
StatementsFiLiAOct 12, 2025

[IMG: Book Review: Planet Patriarchy: Global Tales of Feminism and Oppression by Rahila Gupta and Beatrix Campbell]

Book Review: Planet Patriarchy: Global Tales of Feminism and Oppression by Rahila Gupta and Beatrix Campbell
Rahila Gupta and Beatrix Campbell, two feminist titans whose activism and writing spans a century between them, have written an urgent dispatch from the frontlines of a war, one seemingly without end. The US radical feminist, Kate Millett, once wrote: ‘Perhaps patriarchy's greatest psychological weapon is simply its universality and longevity... Patriarchy has a still more tenacious or powerful hold through its successful habit of passing itself off as nature.’ (Sexual Politics, 1970). As much as feminists have disputed the naturalisation of that oppression, we have to contend with its persistence.
BlogFiLiASept 24, 2025Global

[IMG: X is Not Safe for Women]

X is Not Safe for Women
Another notification on my X account. It’s porn, again. They keep sending me porn. This time it’s different. It’s my face. The woman in the image, being penetrated from behind, smiles back at me with my own face. The thing is, it’s not me. There’s a photo of it, but this scenario never happened. They’ve turned me into ‘deepfake’ porn. Over the last six weeks, my Collective Shout colleagues and I have been subjected to a sustained, intense campaign of misogynistic threats and abuse. Why? Because we successfully campaigned to get rape, incest and child sexual abuse games off a few popular gaming platforms.
FiLiASept 04, 2025

[IMG: FiLiA demands #FreeBetty]

FiLiA demands #FreeBetty
On 10th August 2025, Ms Lachgar was arrested in Rabat and placed in police custody pending investigation, following the online publication of a photograph in which she wore a T‐shirt reading “Allah is lesbian,” accompanied by a caption critiquing Islam. Ms Lachgar has since been targeted with thousands of threats, including calls for rape, death, stoning and other extreme violence.Her arrest, conducted under Article 267‐5 of Morocco’s Penal Code, which criminalises public insults to Islam, carries severe penalties ‒ up to five years in prison and substantial fines.Ms Lachgar is due to speak at our FiLiA conference in a matter of weeks. She is well regarded, and the audience of over 2,000 are anticipating being able to hear from her about her work on women’s rights and freedoms.

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We are a women-led grassroots feminist organisation fuelled by a dedicated team of volunteers who provide their skills and services to elevate issues affecting women’s locally, nationally and globally. We can’t do it without your help.Even a small monthly contribution will make a difference. Help us to ensure that all women, regardless of circumstance, can participate in FiLiA by becoming a Friend of FiLiA today.Money raised by the Friends of FiLiA Scheme goes towards the following and more:Solidarity tickets for women unable to afford a ticket to a conferenceProviding childcare during the conference to enable mothers to attendOffering speech-to-text transcriptions service to increase accessibility to as many women as possibleBy pledging a monthly gift to our work, we are able to plan ahead and reach more women.

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“Thank you for giving female solidarity a place to thrive :) it was an experience unlike any I’ve ever had and one i’ll never forget.”
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“The awareness raising and networking / community building that results from these conferences are phenomenal. So many women energised and inspired to do more thanks to your hard work.”
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“I loved every minute of it. The speakers were brilliant. The feeling of support given by women to women was very powerful... that feeling of solidarity and warmth was very emotional.””
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“I bloody loved it - far exceeded my expectations. To see some of the women, I most admire (and even get a selfie - my first ever! - with one of them). Some of it was harrowing listening to the testimony of women the world over - but I do feel there is hope if we act together.”
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“Thank you, thank you, thank you. This was the best women’s liberation conference I’ve ever been to and I went to a lot in the 1970s and 1980s. It was well organised and inclusive and fairly easy to find my way around. Great!”
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“Thank you for such a well-run, friendly and inspirational weekend. It really puts a fire in me to be and do more.”
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“I loved how global the conference was and how broad the topics covered.... and to meet so many other courageous, energetic, optimistic women. I came away energised and inspired.”
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