Welcome

Thank you for your interest in becoming the new CEO at Fawcett Society.

Dear Candidate,

I have been a supporter of Fawcett for decades and during that time, I have worked in partnership with the charity on countless issues.   

Fawcett is of great importance. It's the single, clearest voice for the demand for equality for women in the UK, and this is such an important time to be advancing the cause of women’s rights and fighting against the backlash. 

Fawcett is superbly placed to be the organisation women can look to, to fearlessly champion their rights.  And we have great foundations to build on.  Under Jemima’s leadership, Fawcett has upheld many campaign successes, including the first ever complaint of sexism by Independent Press Standards Organisation, helping put menopause on the political agenda which resulted in new guidance for employers and establishing a new law on sexual harassment through the Workers Protection Act.  We have a highly influential and engaged board, a great staff team and a committed membership and we are excited to be launching a newly refreshed strategy and brand in the coming months.

If you are energised by the opportunity ahead, keen to harness this moment in time for feminism and can bring strong ambassadorial experience along with a highly collaborative approach, we would love to hear from you.  

Baroness Harriet Harman PC, KC

Chair, The Fawcett Society