UNISON has almost one million women members - more than two thirds of our union. Women still earn a lot less than men and face sex discrimination and harassment at work. Our members also juggle work and home commitments. Many have caring responsibilities and almost half work part-time. This is why UNISON takes a lead on negotiating and campaigning on women's rights at work and in the community. To get involved in our campaign go to Equal Pay.

Ovarian Cancer - remember the symptoms

A new nationwide advertising campaign has been launched by Ovarian Cancer Action to raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer.

Cervical Cancer - Urgent action needed

England is the only part of the UK where women are first invited for screening at 25 years of age. In other parts of the country women are first invited at 20 years of age. Take action now to help change this situation.

Mooncups

Women’s conference 2008 made a decision to publicise the use of mooncups as a natural and safe method of dealing with periods.