Global feminism in solidarity and action.
History shows us that when women come together positive change can be achieved. Together we will address the root causes of gender inequality and fight for the safety and equality of women and girls around the world.
We invite you to join and celebrate the collective power of women and allies to change the world. Become part of The Circle's growing network of global feminists working to empower, support, advocate and convene.
CAMPAIGNS
Join Our 16 Days Challenge
During the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, from 25th November to the 10th December, we are calling on everyone to take part in The Circle’s 16 Days Challenge to raise funds for women facing the horror of violence and abuse.
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Campaigns
Hear Her. Empower Her.
Join our campaign to empower women across the world by amplifying their voices and listening to their stories....
Campaigns
Build Back Better
COVID-19 and global emergencies continue to have a disproportionate impact on women and girls....
Campaigns
A Living Wage for Garment Workers
Our fashion and purchasing decisions impact the lives of women & girls across the world, we stand in solidarity with the millions of garment workers who deserve a living wage. ...
MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER
ANNIE LENNOX
singer, songwriter & activist
The Circle sprang from the notion that when women support, connect and inspire each other to become advocates and change agents, we can create transformative change. This notion drives our work today and sets our ambitions for a fairer world for women and girls in the future.
As a woman, a mother, an activist, and founder of The Circle, I know that we still have much to do to empower women and end the violence that so many face. At a time when so much polarity and division exist, our vision for ‘global feminism’ offers people from every walk of life, background, gender, or sexual orientation a chance to break down division and join the global community. It ensures we stand shoulder to shoulder in support of human rights, justice and equality for women and girls everywhere and especially in some of the world’s most vulnerable countries.
Our work is ever more important. The World Health Organization estimates that one in three women around the world will face physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. It is endemic. It is close. It is a living reality for millions of women.
I am committed to The Circle creating long-lasting change and contributing to the global movement for women’s equal rights to economic empowerment and freedom from violence. My hope for women and girls everywhere is that we create a better future in a world free from violence and poverty. We can all make a difference and I call on you to join us in the fight for a better world. Your voice, skills, and resources can all make a powerful difference. Join us on the journey!
Annie Lennox, Founder of The Circle
GLOBAL FEMINISM
Global Feminism means we leave no woman behind. We look at women’s rights through a global lens to ensure equality of rights made available for all women and girls in every corner of the world.
WHO WE SUPPORT
We fight for the rights and support the safety of the most vulnerable women and girls across the world, especially in the Global South and the UK. Our focus is on Economic Empowerment and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls.
WHY IT'S IMPORTANT
Millions of women globally live in fear of the horror of violence, abuse, and poverty. In partnership with women we collaborate to end the silence and empower all women to raise their voices. Together we can break the barriers to injustice.
OUR IMPACT
Since 2008, The Circle has raised over £2.5 million, supporting over 160,000 women and girls in more than 16 countries, and we have advocated globally for the rights of women.
In the words of bell hooks
"global feminism means to reach out and join global struggles to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression."
1 in 3 women across the world will experience gender based violence in their lifetime.
GLOBAL FEMINIST MANIFESTO
As Global Feminists we fight for gender equality for women and girls in every corner of the world. Global Feminism is our guiding light through which we empower, support, advocate and convene women from across the world. Together we address the root causes of gender inequality and fight for a fairer world.
AS GLOBAL FEMINISTS WE:
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Show up and ask what we can do
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Listen, learn, and evolve our understanding
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Recognise and interrogate our privilege and prejudice
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Amplify the importance of women's lived experience
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Actively participate in ongoing and long-lasting transformation
Global Feminists Speak Up
Your voice, skills, and resources can all make a powerful difference. Watch this film, made in partnership with Apple Music and with support from global names including Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Yola, V (formerly Eve Ensler), Emeli Sande, Hozier, Paloma Faith, Eddie Izzard, Gwendoline Christie, Farhan Akhtar, Beverley Knight, Mary J Blige and more.
OUR LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS
News
16 Days Challenge: Music Icons Auction
Find out how you can win a piece of music history in our Music Icons Auction this 16 Days...
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16 Days: She Came To Me – A Short Film
She Came To Me - A short film directed by Saffron Burrows, highlighting the work of Nonceba, a grassroots project funded by The Circle....
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The Circle’s Funding Applications are Now Open
Apply now to become one of The Circle's global funding partners, and to benefit from three years of support....
Blog
“Believe in yourself, do something, and be creative.”
Meet Debra Torok, Global Feminist, Circle Member, activist, musician, and professor of social justice education, arts activism, and music. ...
Let's celebrate the collective power of women and allies to change the world.