New research reveals that domestic abuse is ‘everyday business’ within the family justice system, as nearly 90% of cases reviewed by the Commissioner identified it as an issue A pro-contact culture and a failure to recognise domestic abuse and its severity is leading to decisions that may jeopardise children’s safety The Domestic Abuse Commissioner for […]

@ Brixton Library, Brixton Oval London SW2 1JQ Join artist Rita Keegan OBE to discuss her long-standing creative relationship with Brixton, from her experiences co-founding the Brixton Art Gallery in the early 1980s to a recent commission entitled ‘Fabric of Time’ for TFL, inspired by seat fabrics on the London Underground and Keegan’s expansive photographic […]

The women known as Madan Sara in Haiti work tirelessly to buy, distribute, and sell food and other essentials in markets through the country. Despite the obstacles faced by the women working in a sector that lacks investment, infrastructure and state assistance, the Madan Sara continue to be one of the most critical parts of […]

Stella Dadzie is a black feminist activist, artist and writer – a leading figure in the Black women’s movement in Britain. A Whole Heap of Mix Up brings together a rich treasury of reflections on a life lived in the struggle, showcasing both her political commitment and her creativity. As well as critical writing on […]

New report from NSS reveals charities promoting or condoning women’s subordination, marital rape and FGM. Charities are promoting violence against women – including marital rape – under the guise of ‘advancing religion’, the National Secular Society has said in a new report. A new report warns charity law needs ‘urgent’ review as charity regulators are […]

One year on from the stalking super complaint findings – Suzy Lamplugh Trust, on behalf of the National Stalking Consortium, demands police transparency, accountability and commitment to ensure meaningful and systemic change for victims.  25th September 2025 marked the one-year anniversary of the landmark Police Response to Stalking report, a joint investigation by the Independent […]

The change in employee earnings and employment after having a first, second and third child, for people with children. Having children leads to a substantial and long-lasting reduction in mothers’ earnings; five years after the birth of a first child (Quarter 20), monthly earnings were reduced on average by 42%, or £1,051 per month, compared with earnings […]

On the 28th September, across the world, people will mark International Safe Abortion Day. You can join this event in person or on-line. Until 14:30 The Business Centre City Chambers Edinburgh EH1 1YJ & Online Free (*) Agenda Lynsey Mitchell: Abortion Rights Scotland Covering the Scottish legal abortion context and what the decriminalisation of abortion […]

On the 28th September, across the world, people will mark International Safe Abortion Day. You can join this event in person or on-line. Until 14:30 The Business Centre City Chambers Edinburgh EH1 1YJ & Online Free (*) Agenda Lynsey Mitchell: Abortion Rights Scotland Covering the Scottish legal abortion context and what the decriminalisation of abortion […]

The Domestic Abuse Commissioner for England and Wales is calling on ministers to reassure victims and survivors that halving violence against women and girls (VAWG) remains a key priority Dame Nicole Jacobs is urging the government to publish the heavily delayed VAWG strategy and provide the necessary funding needed to ensure it succeeds On 25 […]