Women

Women in Unite

Women have led our resistance. We've achieved so much but still we must keep fighting.

Women need strong trade unions, dedicated to equality. We deserve quality jobs. And we demand a society free of discrimination. 

As women, let's fight for this together.

Join Unite today. 
 
Download the Unite Women's newsletter for #IWD2025 here

By continually campaigning, organising and representing on the issues facing women, Unite through its members and activists is fighting for equal work, an equal voice, equal pay and constantly challenging inequality and discrimination both in the workplace and across society. 

Alongside campaigns such as Get ME Home Safely, Period dignity and Menopause awareness, Unite is part of a movement demanding:

• Equal pay and pensions justice
• The prevention of violence and harassment against women
• Strong maternity and pregnancy protection
• Flexible working as a default in all jobs
• Recognition and support for women's health and safety at work
• The end of precious and insecure work

By joining Unite you too can get involved in in campaigning for women’s equality.

Joint Statement from the National Women’s & LGBT+ Committees – 16th June 2025

Today representatives of the National LGBT+ and Women’s committees met to continue our discussions regarding the Supreme Court ruling on the FWS vs Scottish Government case, and the consultation currently being undertaken by the EHRC, the statutory body for upholding the Equality Act.

We have been speaking to and hearing from women and trans members in a broad spectrum of workplaces, across the UK, gathering evidence and feedback about members’ feelings and experiences following the ruling.

We understand the fear and uncertainty that this ruling has created for some workers, and we want to reassure our women & trans members that Unite The Union will always fight for the rights for all workers, both in and out of the workplace. If you are experiencing any harassment or discrimination following the ruling, please contact your branch or workplace representatives who will be able to help.

To the trans community; you will always have a home in our union. We will always fight for you, and together we will succeed.

Menopause at work | A key workplace issue

Unite is demanding employers understand their responsibilities and promote menopause friendly workplaces. Our aim is to raise awareness and support members who may be experiencing menopause symptoms through our resources and network of workplace reps. Employers should be willing to negotiate a good menopause agreement and we would encourage reps to use our model policy. Find our more on the Menopause at work | A key workplace issue campaign