The Women's Equality Party (WE) was founded to challenge and dismantle gender inequality in all sectors of UK society. The party envisions a world where gender disparities are non-existent, and where all individuals, regardless of gender, can flourish.

WE emphasizes that gender equality leads to improved politics, a vibrant economy, and a society where everyone benefits from the full participation of all its members. WE is driven by a membership of individuals who are committed to gender equality.

This includes people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds. The party values the voices of those who are often doubly or trebly disadvantaged by factors such as ethnicity, age, or disability, ensuring they are heard and represented.

Since its inception in 2015 by Catherine Mayer and Sandi Toksvig, WE has grown into a national movement. From a small conversation, it has expanded into a significant political force, engaging people who had previously not participated in politics and making national headlines with its campaigns.

Equal Representation:

WE advocates for quotas as a temporary measure to ensure women achieve equal representation in political and economic decision-making roles. The party believes that without such measures, progress towards gender equality will be too slow.

These quotas are seen as essential for reflecting women's experiences in legislation and improving the overall effectiveness of political and economic systems.

Equal Pay & Opportunity:

Despite the Equal Pay Act, significant wage disparities still exist, which WE aims to eliminate. The party plans to tackle occupational segregation and the undervaluation of care work, ensuring women are not penalized in the workforce.

Transparency in gender pay is also a significant focus, with proposed regulations requiring businesses to publish wage data to expose and address wage inequalities.

Equal Parenting and Caregiving:

WE champions the cause of shared parenting and caregiving responsibilities. The party proposes reforms to parental leave policies to ensure both mothers and fathers can share child-rearing responsibilities equally.

This is seen as a crucial step towards reducing the gender pay gap and allowing women greater participation in the workforce.

Equality in Health:

WE seeks to place gender and sex at the center of health care policies. The party highlights the current inadequacies in the healthcare system where women's specific health needs are often overlooked or misdiagnosed.

Proposals include investing in women-focused health research, adjusting medical training, and ensuring mental health services address the impacts of inequality and discrimination.

End Violence Against Women:

Ending gender-based violence is a critical area of focus for WE. The party outlines comprehensive measures to protect women from violence, support survivors, and fundamentally change societal attitudes towards women.

This includes educational reforms, media representation changes, and stringent policies against sexual exploitation and trafficking. The Women's Equality Party is a dynamic and innovative political force in the UK, dedicated to ensuring gender equality.

Through its focused approach on specific areas like representation, pay equality, parenting, health, and violence against women, WE aims to create a society where gender equality is not just an ideal, but a reality.