After the 2nd World War a little film was made called Rosie the Riveter. It told the story of an American woman factory worker, helping the war effort in a decently paid job who as soon as the war was over and the men returned home was given her marching orders. Back to looking to whatever work she could find but aware that “men’s jobs” and “men’s pay” would no longer be available.
On Tuesday 24th January Rosa joined Baroness Corston, fellow funders from The Corston Independent Funders’ Coalition, grantees from The Women’s Diversionary Fund, politicians and other interested parties for the launch of the CIFC evaluation. The report shows that its unique approach to funding advocacy has ensured the crucial issue of women in prison remains a priority for the government and UK public.
Just a few weeks ago, Rosa’s friends joined with committed EILEEN FISHER fans to celebrate the launch of their new shops in London. 10% of all proceeds from the event were donated to Rosa and we’re thrilled to announce that your shopping has raised another £2,110 for...
UK Feminista has been successfully raising the profile of feminism. Coverage of their recent work included the naming of their director – Kat Banyard – as one of the Observers’ 50 Contemporary Innovators, and one of One World Actions One Hundred Women: The Unseen Powerful Women Who Change the...
It’s been six months since we announced the awardees of our Challenge Fund, and Rosa’s most recent grantees have been hitting the headlines.
In many ways the Challenge Fund proved to be hugely successful, but it highlighted once again the size of the funding gap for girls’ and women’s rights in the UK.
While Rosa was only able to fund 3 out of the 271 proposed projects, we were struck by the breadth...
The FGM Initiative Interim Report (October 2011 by Joanna Hemmings, PhD) is now available for download (PDF) here:
In November 2011, Fawcett published their Life raft for women’s equality – a set of demands for government to address some of the harmful effects of austerity measures that are turning back time on women’s equality.
Budget cuts hit women (and especially single mothers) in three key ways: loss of...
A new report by the National Federation of Women’s Institutes (NFWI) shows that planned reforms will leave many women at risk without access to legal aid.
While domestic violence cases will still technically be covered by legal aid, changes in criteria mean women will no longer be eligible for support...
Shared giving, or giving circles, aren’t yet as popular in the UK as they are in the States – and yet they are an excellent way to multiply the potential effects of your donation, as you join with others to decide who to and how to give your support.
Your £40...
Rosa would like to share her sadness at hearing of the death of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman to be awarded the Nobel Peace Price, and a great friend of Rosa’s.
Wonderful to see that three amazing women – Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkol Karman – have shared the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize for their work for women’s rights, women’s safety and peace building.
Read about their lives and work here New Nobel Peace Laureates.