News from our community - April 2026

The Women's Library at 100

 

This year, we are celebrating the centenary of The Women’s Library; the UK’s oldest and largest book, archive and museum collection on the history of feminism, campaigning and activism from the late 19th century.

Browse through the online resources, including WRC's Oral History Collection of current and past leaders, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The collection consists of 16 interviews conducted from 2020 to mark the 50th anniversary of Women’s Liberation Movement. 

Read More Here.

EasyFundraising

We are delighted to share that Women’s Resource Centre has teamed up with EasyFundraising to offer our member organisations a simple, free way to generate extra income. When your supporters shop online through easyfundraising, thousands of retailers donate to your organisation at no extra cost to the shopper - helping you fund core costs, services, campaigns and the things you need most. 

As long as your organisation is registered with easyfundraising, all the leading supermarkets (including Tesco, Morrisons, ASDA, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Iceland and Ocado) will give free donations when you and other members of your network order online from them via easyfundraising, at no extra cost.

Sign up to get additional funding for your women's organisation here!

Migrants in Action

Migrants in Action is really pleased to invite frontline organisations working with migrants and refugees in London to be part of a new project.
Who Cares? 
Building empathy-driven solidarity among workers in migrant and refugee organisations. 
When those who care for our communities hold so much without enough support, the question becomes urgent: who cares for the ones who care?
Organisations are invited to take part in this arts-based participatory research project, in partnership with Professor. Cathy Mcllwaine from King’s College London. Together, we will explore how creativity, the arts, and shared learning can help sustain those on the frontlines of migration support, recognising that caring for our communities starts with caring for one another.
Why join? 
By participating*, your organisation will have the opportunity to:
  • Connect and exchange learning with peers across the sector
  • Reflect on your organisational culture and approaches to staff wellbeing
  • Explore creative methods that open up new ways of thinking about collective care
  • Contribute to research that can help inform policy and funding conversations across the sector
*There is no cost to join: we provide space, materials, and refreshments for all participants.

What participation involves 
We ask for one or two staff members at a leadership level to take part in:
  • Five workshops (2 hours each) at Kings College (Central London Campus)
  • One 1-hour online interview
  • A public sharing event at a high-profile venue, where we will present the project’s findings to the wider sector, including government bodies and funders.

Anti-Racist Practice Programmes


Two structured anti-racism programmes for white participants: 

Foundations in Racial Equity (May–July, 5 sessions) and Advancing Your Anti-Racist Practice (10 sessions) are open.

Build accountability and apply learning in real-world contexts.

To find out more get in touch with [email protected]

Changing Hearts and Minds

Participatory call-out for organisations to contribute towards a short-film to open the Changing Hearts and Minds event.

The film will reflect the everyday power of charities and trade unions showing up for people; the growing power of alliances, stories and campaigns; the resilience to keep going under pressure and the boldness to step forward together at a pivotal moment.

Searching for genuine examples of civil society being strong, human and making a difference, specifically for women's organisations.

Organisations are invited to share short video clips and photographs that capture their work in action; encouraging community organising, campaign moments and people coming together, rallying, meeting or marching!

Free to participate, please contact [email protected] for further information.

Amplifying Ethnic Minority Women's Voices

Unveil the Unseen, a student led social impact project based in the UK is focusing their work on amplifying the lived experiences of ethnic minority women, with the aim of raising awareness around the intersection of racism, sexism, and cultural pressures. Winners of Activism Academy; this project now forms their final social impact project.

They are collecting anonymous experiences from ethnic minority women across the UK, focusing on discrimination, identity, and cultural expectations. Selected testimonies will be featured in the unveiling video to support awareness and education.

All submissions include a clear consent section. Testimonies will be anonymised unless explicit permission is given, and contributors can choose what they are comfortable sharing. The final video will be shared across social media and may also be distributed to charities, schools, and community organisations to support awareness.


Keep updated via Instagram: @letsunveiltheunseen

Free AI Fluency Course For Non-Profits

Anthropic, in partnership with GivingTuesday, has launched a free, self-paced AI course for non-profit professionals. Learn practical skills in research, data, workflows and more using the 4D Framework, ending with a certificate. 

Enrol for free.

Trauma Alchemy Training

Facilitated by Enia Monteiro, this immersive two-day training explores trauma-informed tools for self-healing and supporting others. Ideal for those called to guide transformation, this hands-on experience blends embodiment, emotional wellbeing and practical application. Limited spaces.
📅 28–29 April | 🕐 9 AM–5 PM |📍 London, Notting Hill
For more details, please message via Instagram: eniamonteiro_healing

Our Future Health: Community Partnerships

Our Future Health is the UK’s largest health research programme, aiming to better prevent and treat major diseases. They are seeking partners to engage underrepresented communities, including Black African and Caribbean groups.
If your organisation can support outreach and awareness, get in touch: [email protected]

Windrush Housing Justice Campaign

The Black Equity Organisation is launching new research on the housing impact of the Windrush Scandal, highlighting displacement and long-term injustice. They are building a campaign coalition to advocate for change.
If you or your organisation would like to get involved please contact: [email protected]

Research Call-Out:

Mobility and Migrant Communities

Master’s students from Sciences Po, Paris, in partnership with Keolis, are exploring mobility challenges among migrant communities in London with a particular focus on North African women.
Take part in a short, anonymous survey (approx. 5 minutes) or share your experiences in an informal conversation by emailing: [email protected]
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