Rights of Women
@rightsofwomen.bsky.social
Women’s legal rights charity supporting women facing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) in England & Wales since 1975. Campaigns for equality, justice & safety in the law for all women.
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🌟 The passing of the Employment Rights Act is a vital step towards safer workplaces for women.
Stronger duties to prevent sexual harassment, longer tribunal time limits, better protection for whistleblowers and limits on NDAs all move us closer to cultures of dignity and accountability.
#VAWG
Stronger duties to prevent sexual harassment, longer tribunal time limits, better protection for whistleblowers and limits on NDAs all move us closer to cultures of dignity and accountability.
#VAWG
December 19, 2025 at 4:11 PM
🌟 The passing of the Employment Rights Act is a vital step towards safer workplaces for women.
Stronger duties to prevent sexual harassment, longer tribunal time limits, better protection for whistleblowers and limits on NDAs all move us closer to cultures of dignity and accountability.
#VAWG
Stronger duties to prevent sexual harassment, longer tribunal time limits, better protection for whistleblowers and limits on NDAs all move us closer to cultures of dignity and accountability.
#VAWG
📢Government publishes its cross-government strategy to tackle violence against women and girls.
We welcome this first step toward halving VAWG in a decade, with accountability vital for real change.
Read our full statement: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/government-p...
#VAWGStrategy #AccesstoJustice
We welcome this first step toward halving VAWG in a decade, with accountability vital for real change.
Read our full statement: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/government-p...
#VAWGStrategy #AccesstoJustice
December 18, 2025 at 5:19 PM
📢Government publishes its cross-government strategy to tackle violence against women and girls.
We welcome this first step toward halving VAWG in a decade, with accountability vital for real change.
Read our full statement: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/government-p...
#VAWGStrategy #AccesstoJustice
We welcome this first step toward halving VAWG in a decade, with accountability vital for real change.
Read our full statement: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/government-p...
#VAWGStrategy #AccesstoJustice
Day 16 of our 16 stories🧵5/5
December 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Day 16 of our 16 stories🧵5/5
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December 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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December 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Day 16 of our 16 stories
Today we share reflections from early supporter Angie Donoghue, who first found RoW through Spare Rib and went on to be part of the grassroots organising that shaped our early work.
It's a fantastic read & highlights the solidarity that built RoW from the ground up!
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Today we share reflections from early supporter Angie Donoghue, who first found RoW through Spare Rib and went on to be part of the grassroots organising that shaped our early work.
It's a fantastic read & highlights the solidarity that built RoW from the ground up!
🧵1/5
December 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Day 16 of our 16 stories
Today we share reflections from early supporter Angie Donoghue, who first found RoW through Spare Rib and went on to be part of the grassroots organising that shaped our early work.
It's a fantastic read & highlights the solidarity that built RoW from the ground up!
🧵1/5
Today we share reflections from early supporter Angie Donoghue, who first found RoW through Spare Rib and went on to be part of the grassroots organising that shaped our early work.
It's a fantastic read & highlights the solidarity that built RoW from the ground up!
🧵1/5
Day 15 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing reflections from our former Chair, speaking about the courage of the women who seek our support and the commitment of those who volunteer to uphold women’s rights.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing reflections from our former Chair, speaking about the courage of the women who seek our support and the commitment of those who volunteer to uphold women’s rights.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 9, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Day 15 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing reflections from our former Chair, speaking about the courage of the women who seek our support and the commitment of those who volunteer to uphold women’s rights.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing reflections from our former Chair, speaking about the courage of the women who seek our support and the commitment of those who volunteer to uphold women’s rights.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 14 of our 16 stories
Today’s story is from one of our lawyer volunteers on the Family Law Line. She speaks about the resilience of callers, the constant demand for the service, and the dedication of the women at ROW.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story is from one of our lawyer volunteers on the Family Law Line. She speaks about the resilience of callers, the constant demand for the service, and the dedication of the women at ROW.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Day 14 of our 16 stories
Today’s story is from one of our lawyer volunteers on the Family Law Line. She speaks about the resilience of callers, the constant demand for the service, and the dedication of the women at ROW.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story is from one of our lawyer volunteers on the Family Law Line. She speaks about the resilience of callers, the constant demand for the service, and the dedication of the women at ROW.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 13 of our 16 stories
Today’s story comes from a woman who faced escalating abuse during divorce and had no financial support or local network to turn to.
She describes how our advice line was a lifeline.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story comes from a woman who faced escalating abuse during divorce and had no financial support or local network to turn to.
She describes how our advice line was a lifeline.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 7, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Day 13 of our 16 stories
Today’s story comes from a woman who faced escalating abuse during divorce and had no financial support or local network to turn to.
She describes how our advice line was a lifeline.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story comes from a woman who faced escalating abuse during divorce and had no financial support or local network to turn to.
She describes how our advice line was a lifeline.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 12 of our 16 stories
This story shows how Rights of Women (RoW) made a real difference by supporting an adviser to assist a woman to find the best legal support for a complex family law issue.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
This story shows how Rights of Women (RoW) made a real difference by supporting an adviser to assist a woman to find the best legal support for a complex family law issue.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Day 12 of our 16 stories
This story shows how Rights of Women (RoW) made a real difference by supporting an adviser to assist a woman to find the best legal support for a complex family law issue.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
This story shows how Rights of Women (RoW) made a real difference by supporting an adviser to assist a woman to find the best legal support for a complex family law issue.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 11 of our 16 stories
This feedback shows how essential clear legal guidance is for women facing the courts without representation.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
This feedback shows how essential clear legal guidance is for women facing the courts without representation.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 5, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Day 11 of our 16 stories
This feedback shows how essential clear legal guidance is for women facing the courts without representation.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
This feedback shows how essential clear legal guidance is for women facing the courts without representation.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 10 of our 16 stories
Today's story highlights how here, at Rights of Women, we do not just provide free legal advice but offer a space where women are heard, believed and supported.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today's story highlights how here, at Rights of Women, we do not just provide free legal advice but offer a space where women are heard, believed and supported.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Day 10 of our 16 stories
Today's story highlights how here, at Rights of Women, we do not just provide free legal advice but offer a space where women are heard, believed and supported.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today's story highlights how here, at Rights of Women, we do not just provide free legal advice but offer a space where women are heard, believed and supported.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 9 of our 16 stories
Today’s story highlights how clear legal advice can empower women to challenge unlawful treatment at work - and win.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story highlights how clear legal advice can empower women to challenge unlawful treatment at work - and win.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 3, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Day 9 of our 16 stories
Today’s story highlights how clear legal advice can empower women to challenge unlawful treatment at work - and win.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story highlights how clear legal advice can empower women to challenge unlawful treatment at work - and win.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Days 8 of our 16 Stories
Today’s story shows why transparency in the justice system matters.
Independent scrutiny helps ensure survivors of abuse and sexual violence are heard and the judiciary is held to account.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story shows why transparency in the justice system matters.
Independent scrutiny helps ensure survivors of abuse and sexual violence are heard and the judiciary is held to account.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 2, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Days 8 of our 16 Stories
Today’s story shows why transparency in the justice system matters.
Independent scrutiny helps ensure survivors of abuse and sexual violence are heard and the judiciary is held to account.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story shows why transparency in the justice system matters.
Independent scrutiny helps ensure survivors of abuse and sexual violence are heard and the judiciary is held to account.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 7 of our 16 stories
Today’s story highlights how crucial a trauma-informed approach is to the provision of legal advice.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story highlights how crucial a trauma-informed approach is to the provision of legal advice.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
December 1, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Day 7 of our 16 stories
Today’s story highlights how crucial a trauma-informed approach is to the provision of legal advice.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today’s story highlights how crucial a trauma-informed approach is to the provision of legal advice.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 6 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing a reflection from a volunteer who has supported women through our Family Law Advice Line for many years. Rosa highlights RoW’s role as a lifeline for women DA survivors.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing a reflection from a volunteer who has supported women through our Family Law Advice Line for many years. Rosa highlights RoW’s role as a lifeline for women DA survivors.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
November 30, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Day 6 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing a reflection from a volunteer who has supported women through our Family Law Advice Line for many years. Rosa highlights RoW’s role as a lifeline for women DA survivors.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing a reflection from a volunteer who has supported women through our Family Law Advice Line for many years. Rosa highlights RoW’s role as a lifeline for women DA survivors.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 5 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing a reflection from Judy Richards, who first connected with RoW in the 1990s and later became a Committee member and our Chair.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing a reflection from Judy Richards, who first connected with RoW in the 1990s and later became a Committee member and our Chair.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
November 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Day 5 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing a reflection from Judy Richards, who first connected with RoW in the 1990s and later became a Committee member and our Chair.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing a reflection from Judy Richards, who first connected with RoW in the 1990s and later became a Committee member and our Chair.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 4 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from a former user of our Immigration & Asylum Law advice service, whose reflection highlights the impact of compassionate, informed support in difficult times.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from a former user of our Immigration & Asylum Law advice service, whose reflection highlights the impact of compassionate, informed support in difficult times.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
November 28, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Day 4 of our 16 stories
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from a former user of our Immigration & Asylum Law advice service, whose reflection highlights the impact of compassionate, informed support in difficult times.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from a former user of our Immigration & Asylum Law advice service, whose reflection highlights the impact of compassionate, informed support in difficult times.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Day 3 of our 16 stories
Today's story is from someone who sought our support during an extremely difficult time. We’re grateful for their trust and remain committed to providing clear, trauma-informed legal advice to women who need it.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
Today's story is from someone who sought our support during an extremely difficult time. We’re grateful for their trust and remain committed to providing clear, trauma-informed legal advice to women who need it.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
November 27, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Day 3 of our 16 stories
Today's story is from someone who sought our support during an extremely difficult time. We’re grateful for their trust and remain committed to providing clear, trauma-informed legal advice to women who need it.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
Today's story is from someone who sought our support during an extremely difficult time. We’re grateful for their trust and remain committed to providing clear, trauma-informed legal advice to women who need it.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
Day 2 of our 16 stories: today we’re sharing a short excerpt from a much longer reflection from Sally, whose experiences reach back to the 1970s. We’re grateful for her insight and to everyone who’s shared with us.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
November 26, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Day 2 of our 16 stories: today we’re sharing a short excerpt from a much longer reflection from Sally, whose experiences reach back to the 1970s. We’re grateful for her insight and to everyone who’s shared with us.
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
Share your story: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
🎉 50 years of Rights of Women
During the 16 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re sharing stories to celebrate and mark our impact.
Add your story here: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
During the 16 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re sharing stories to celebrate and mark our impact.
Add your story here: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
November 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM
🎉 50 years of Rights of Women
During the 16 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re sharing stories to celebrate and mark our impact.
Add your story here: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
During the 16 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women and Girls, we’re sharing stories to celebrate and mark our impact.
Add your story here: www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/about-us/rig...
#ROW50 #16Days
💜 Thank you to everyone who supported our Big Give funding appeal!
Together, we’ve raised £16,000 to fund vital legal advice for women.
Your generosity makes a real difference.
#ThankYou @biggive.bsky.social
Together, we’ve raised £16,000 to fund vital legal advice for women.
Your generosity makes a real difference.
#ThankYou @biggive.bsky.social
October 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
💜 Thank you to everyone who supported our Big Give funding appeal!
Together, we’ve raised £16,000 to fund vital legal advice for women.
Your generosity makes a real difference.
#ThankYou @biggive.bsky.social
Together, we’ve raised £16,000 to fund vital legal advice for women.
Your generosity makes a real difference.
#ThankYou @biggive.bsky.social
“They gave us back our freedom.”
Maya* faced her abuser in family court alone. With expert advice from Rights of Women, she was able to protect herself and her children.
Donate by midday tomorrow to double your impact: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#AccesstoJustice @biggive.bsky.social
Maya* faced her abuser in family court alone. With expert advice from Rights of Women, she was able to protect herself and her children.
Donate by midday tomorrow to double your impact: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#AccesstoJustice @biggive.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
“They gave us back our freedom.”
Maya* faced her abuser in family court alone. With expert advice from Rights of Women, she was able to protect herself and her children.
Donate by midday tomorrow to double your impact: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#AccesstoJustice @biggive.bsky.social
Maya* faced her abuser in family court alone. With expert advice from Rights of Women, she was able to protect herself and her children.
Donate by midday tomorrow to double your impact: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
#AccesstoJustice @biggive.bsky.social