Organisations that impact women

[mummyyessy]

Hi all, for some time now I've been thinking about starting to steer my career towards something I actually feel passionately about - as opposed to just earning money.

I feel quite passionately about supporting women, particularly women without much of a voice. The obvious organisations are the Women's Aids of this world. But I'd really love your help in identifying others.

I'm based just north of oxford (bicester).

Thanks

Hmm I hear your desire and I am going to pose an alternative viewpoint. Unfortunately many so called women's services have been contaminated by funding from govt that brings with it attached strings to bind them to politically correct agendas other than supporting women. EG giving funds towards refuges for men when there is near zero demand etc..

We also see how the charities and NFP sector has been hostaged by male hierarchies and CEOs etc, masquerading as working for women and children but in fact doing the opposite.

I would encourage you to develop a well paid career and buy and pay off your own home and secure your own economic future and that of any female children you have. Money and time can be donated to help those brave women who fight on the frontline - unconditional money is what they desperately need.

Private industry is OK and also a good first step when young and with little life experience. I have felt more helpful to other women by firstly having disposable income to donate and secondly donating time when I am able.

You know best what's best for you. However please consider that looking after one's own needs first and securing one's own future is also essential in my experience before giving to others. So financial security and owning one's home is essential.

Depends on your experience but Women on Boards may be a good place to start? You can use your skills and experience in NED roles for organisations that help support and promote women while still maintaining your career? Influencing at the board level and countering male dominance in this sphere.

And just to clarify, you don’t need to be some high flying exec to land a place on the board of a local charity or organisation

I also agree with wfkaw. Setting up a local feminist group that meets for coffee and conversation, and maintaining sex equality awareness at work, are two things to do while doing any job. Talking about feminism is like rain in the desert these days tbh. Plus: donating nice things directly to women in domestic violence refuges.