The road ahead
As we close in on the second month of lockdown, we continue campaigning to #MakeWomenVisible during the coronavirus outbreak. The outbreak has demonstrated that inequality persists and impacts every part of our lives. We cannot stop fighting for our rights and equality, which brings us to...
A half a century is too long to wait
Next Friday (29 May) is the 50th anniversary of the Equal Pay Act. Whilst we have come so far, the work that women do, and women themselves, are consistently undervalued. None more so than women in the social care sector.
📢📢📢 Next week we will be highlighting low pay in the care sector and how it impacts women. Watch our social channels and help us amplify women's voices by sharing their stories and calling for action. 📢📢📢
And don't miss our next #CoronaConversations event:
50 YEARS OF THE EQUAL PAY ACT: Time to start valuing the care sector
Date: Tuesday 26 May
Time: 18:45 - 20:00
Venue: Your home, via Zoom (you will receive the link once you book)
Accessibility: Live captioned
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Sam Smethers, CEO of Fawcett will chair a discussion with (from top left) Carrie Gracie, BBC News Presenter and author of 'Equal', Gloria Mills from UNISON, Wanda Wyporska from the Equality Trust and Brendan Martin from Buurtzorg Britain and Ireland.
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To celebrate 50 years of the Equal Pay Act, any donations you wish to make for this event will be put towards our Equal Pay Advice Service. This service is for those on low-incomes who need access to legal advice because of pay discrimination. If you feel you can afford to make a contribution we would be very grateful.
Submit your questions in advance to [email protected]
We hope to see you on zoom!
In solidarity and determination,
The Fawcett Society Team
P.S. If you can't watch live, don't worry, we will record this event and post it online a few days afterwards.
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