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How we make change through challenge
Through thought-provoking interviews with Senior Officers and Officials and comprehensive dialogues on headline topics, we stimulate fresh perspectives and encourage the defence sector to reassess its practices. Our aim is not just to question the status quo, but to propose practical solutions that promote equity and inclusivity.
In 2023 we interviewed David Williams CB and Lt Gen James Swift. In each of the interviews, Angela Owen asks the tough questions about gender balance and equity within the MoD. What lessons have been learned that can influence wider defence? What changes have they made to further women’s and men’s opportunities within the MoD?
Organisations
Our Pankhurst partnership offer is named after Emmeline Pankhurst, the famous suffragette who started the movement and fought hard for equal voting rights for women. We use her famous ‘Deeds not Words’ as our slogan.
Each of the Pankhurst partnerships is aligned with one of our purposes – Critical Mass, Challenge and Inspire.
Individuals
Our Pankhurst partnership offer is named after Emmeline Pankhurst, the famous suffragette who started the movement and fought hard for equal voting rights for women. We use her famous ‘Deeds not Words’ as our slogan.
Each of the Pankhurst partnerships is aligned with one of our purposes – Critical Mass, Challenge and Inspire.
Our Impact
Through thought-provoking interviews with Senior Officers and Officials and comprehensive dialogues on headline topics, we stimulate fresh perspectives and encourage the defence sector to reassess its practices. Our aim is not just to question the status quo, but to propose practical solutions that promote equity and inclusivity.
In 2023 we interviewed David Williams CB and Lt Gen James Swift. In each of the interviews, Angela Owen asks the tough questions about gender balance and equity within the MoD. What lessons have been learned that can influence wider defence? What changes have they made to further women’s and men’s opportunities within the MoD?
Engage with Us
We invite our partners, and our wider community to join us in this challenge. Whether it's by attending our discussions or contributing insights, your involvement is key to driving change.
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Today
In the defence sector, women currently number around 20%
Our Mission
The Women in Defence Charter has set an ambition that 30% of all roles will be filled by women by 2030.
By achieving a critical mass of women in defence we will accelerate gender equity
Angela Owen OBE
Founder, Women in Defence UK
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Our Story
Guided by Emmeline Pankhurst's principle of 'Deeds not Words', our purpose is to accelerate gender equity in the defence sector. Working as one of the three legs of the Women in Defence Charter, we strive to support the Charter ambition of 30% of all roles to be filled by women by 2023. By achieving this critical mass, we will speed-up the transition towards a more balanced, inclusive and equitable defence environment.
Our influential network enables the sharing of best practices and the sparking of innovative thinking. We inspire through our annual Awards, recognising and celebrating exceptional people in defence and through our renowned cross sector Mentoring programme.
Guided by Emmeline Pankhurst's principle of 'Deeds not Words', our purpose is to accelerate gender equity in the defence sector. Working as one of the three legs of the Women in Defence Charter, we strive to support the Charter ambition of 30% of all roles to be filled by women by 2023. By achieving this critical mass, we will speed-up the transition towards a more balanced, inclusive and equitable defence environment.
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