Explore Fawcett Society's journey to make misogyny a hate crime. From pioneering policies to advocating legislative change, celebrate this milestone in our fight against gender-based violence. Read more
Today the House of Commons voted against making misogyny a hate crime, leaving many women feeling disappointed and frustrated. Because MPs, whipped by the Government, voted against this amendment, the law still fails to recognise how crimes targeted at women, because they are women, are driven by misogyny. Read more
18 NOV 19: At a time when women's voices are being marginalised in politics, this election presents an opportunity for women to raise their voices in unison about the issues that are important to them. Read more
31 OCTOBER 2019: We have to confront the fact that our toxic politics is driving good women MPs away. In 2019 it is still a hostile environment for women. Read more
21 JULY 2019: Fawcett supports changes that enable those signing NDAs to better understand their rights, as well as to seek the advice of lawyers and other professionals. Read more
20 JUNE 2019: The new report by Fawcett and Women's Budget Group also highlights an overall gender pay gap of 14% across the Sheffield City Region. Read more
28 MAY 2019: Jess Phillips’ recent experiences have highlighted how it is time for governments and political parties to commit to the urgent need for comprehensive change to electoral laws. Read more
22 MAY 2019: Following a petition with 90,000 signatures and rising, the organisation has published an open letter with signatories to the Prime Minister which urges her to act to end the abuse of women in politics and public life. Read more
26 FEBRUARY 2019: Fawcett research, released with global law firm Hogan Lovells today, reveals MPs, Peers, volunteers and staff are woefully unprotected if they are sexually harassed in Parliament. Read more
22 FEBRUARY 2019: Yesterday representatives from the Fawcett Society, Citizens UK and Women’s Aid, together with women who have lived experience of misogyny and violence, met with two of the most senior Police Officers in the country to discuss the issue of misogyny as a hate crime. Read more
14 JANUARY 2018: This data should be a wake-up call to all of us, but it is just the tip of the iceberg. Read more
24 OCTOBER 2018: We have to create a culture which supports and believes her rather than one which silences her. Employers must be held accountable. Read more
2 OCTOBER 2018: New Fawcett survey reveals a significant shift in attitudes to sexual harassment one year on from the outpouring of #MeToo stories. Read more
05 SEPTEMBER 2018: Fawcett Society stands shoulder to shoulder with Stella Creasy over the amendment to recognize misogyny as a hate crime. Read more
25 JULY 2018: We have to move from treating this issue as a problem for the individual woman to deal with, to one that the organisation owns. Read more
23 JULY 2018: This centenary year is a good time to take action on pregnancy discrimination, the gender pay gap, violence against women, and much more. Read more
9 JULY 2018: The open letter comes after a Nottingham study reveals nine out of 10 (93.7%) of respondents had either experienced or witnessed street harassment. Read more
8 FEBRUARY 2018: We expect to see robust sanctions enforced, including the suspension or expulsion of MPs and Peers if they are found to have engaged in sexual misconduct or harassment. Read more
24 JANUARY 2018: This proves why we need sexual harassment by clients or customers to be covered by law. Read more
23 JANUARY 2018: The report, which is the first of its kind, highlights the urgent need for law reform, and measures to tackle endemic violence against women and girls. Read more
5 JANUARY 2018: Our criminal justice system is demonstrating a complete disregard for rape victims and for women. Read more
30 OCTOBER 2017: Sexual harassment has been normalised and tolerated in our workplaces and on our streets for far too long. Read more
25 OCTOBER 2017: A new BBC survey shows half of British women and a fifth of men have been sexually harassed at work or a place of study. Read more
18 OCTOBER 2017: Twitter has announced new rules to fight online abuse, which include allowing observers of unwanted sexual advances to report them. Read more