Good for women. Good for business.
The Women in Work Summit (WiW) is the UK’s multi award-winning annual event for business leaders committed to achieving measurable progress on gender equity.
Co-founded by Mariella Frostrup and Laura Biggs, WiW brings together senior decision-makers from business, government, and media to shape policy, influence boardroom priorities, and turn ambition into action — creating a fairer, more inclusive working world for all.
In just three years, WiW has become the must attend event for those serious about attracting top talent, closing gender gaps, and embedding inclusion into business success.
Monet Goode
Eleanor Parks
Monet Goode
Emmet Marsh
Eleanor Parks
“I am passionate about all women in the workplace being supported through every stage of their careers. But there are still huge inequities, from the gender pay gap, prohibitive cost of childcare to a lack of universal menopause support. Women are leaving the office in their droves, and that's a brain drain of talent that businesses can't afford to lose.
My dream is that, in a decade's time, there won't be any need for such a summit, because we'll have finally achieved that golden goal of an equitable and supportive workplace, and quite literally across the board.”
Mariella Frostrup
Co-Founder & Host
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“The quality, passion and knowledge of the speakers was fantastic. I've come away with so many ideas of things I want to implement.”
Women in Work at Davos 2025
At Davos this year, women’s inclusion and equity took centre stage, driving key conversations across the summit.
The Goals Dinner, co-hosted by Women in Work, Project Everyone, and UN Women, set the tone for urgent action on gender equity in workplaces and economies.
💡 Key insights included:
McKinsey & Company highlighted that closing the gender gap could boost global GDP by $28 trillion.
Diane von Furstenberg spoke on the power of resilience and leadership.
Octopus Energy shared how gender equity drives business success, with over 50% female leadership and no gender pay gap.
The conversation also put a spotlight on women’s health, with Mount Sinai Health System presenting initiatives to reduce maternal mortality and chronic diseases. Menopause policieswere also in focus, highlighting the need for workplace support.
The takeaway? Collaboration is the key to real change.
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WiW GEM Report
The WiW100 GEM Report analyses 400 of the largest UK companies across 24 sectors to compare Board representation, pay gaps and parental policy transparency. We reveal the WIW100, companies that have met all three WiW measures, committed to driving lasting change in the workplace.
Our goal isn’t to call out under-performers, but to highlight those leading the way and eager to improve.
Download the full WiW Gender Equity Measure Report 2025 to discover the businesses that are doing the most to close the gender equity gap.
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Read the latest news
Exploring how businesses can attract, retain & advance female employees throughout all critical life stages. Read all the latest reports, insights and research here.
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Women in Work Workplace Menopause Progress Report 2025
It is five years since the first workplace menopause policy was launched in the UK by Channel Four.
This Report benchmarks the current menopause progress of 400 of the UK’s largest companies, shares their best practice, and reveals what companies need to consider next, based on the Menopause Mandate 2024 Survey, with the feedback of 14,855 working women.
A note on inclusivity: We recognise that many of the health issues discussed at WiW Summits affect not only women but also trans men, non-binary individuals, and anyone who menstruates and these topics are relevant to a broader spectrum of experiences. Our events are committed to inclusivity, and our programs and support networks are available to all who are impacted—regardless of gender identity.