White Ribbon Alliance UK

Who we are

White Ribbon Alliance UK prioritises the eradication of gender-based violence and the promotion of gender equity in sexual and reproductive health and rights, especially for marginalised and underrepresented communities. We enable access to unbiased and evidenced-based resources, education, and support for women, girls, and trans individuals. We influence healthcare professionals, hospital systems, policy makers, and the public to centre the human rights of women, girls and trans, intersex and non-binary people throughout the lifecycle of their sexual health needs. 

Leveraging our Ask Listen Act methodology, the following tactics are used to deliver our strategy: 

• Creating resources: Unbiased information based upon quantitative and qualitative research which is delivered in print, digital, video, and/or audio formats. 

• Providing education: Training, consultation, workshops, mentorship, and community/peer support services. 

• Campaigning: Awareness-raising, marketing, protesting, and otherwise involving the public by mobilising their support on a particular issue, or to influence public attitudes, including activities aimed at ensuring that an existing law is observed  

• Advocacy:  Securing support for, or opposition to, a change in the law or government or local authority policy, which would generally be considered as political in nature by the public. 

• Partnerships: Working with organisations or individuals with whom the charity will create strategic or tactical alliances to advance progress in delivering our strategy. Partners may own all, or part of, the tactics or actions required for specific pieces of work. 

Our culture and values

Benefits of Volunteering with White Ribbon Alliance UK

Volunteering with us means being part of a grassroots feminist charity tackling some of the most urgent issues in sexual and reproductive health and rights. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative community where your time and skills make a visible impact.

What you’ll gain:

• Real-world experience in campaigning, advocacy, training, and systems change

• Flexibility — contribute on a schedule that works for you, whether that’s a few hours a week or a project-based commitment

• Skill development — from research and content creation to digital design, policy engagement, or project coordination

• Portfolio and career support — we’re happy to provide references, LinkedIn recommendations, and space to showcase your contributions

• Collaboration and connection — work alongside staff, partners, and other volunteers in a small but mighty movement for justice

• A meaningful role — everything you do with us contributes directly to advancing equity in maternity and reproductive healthcare

We prioritise inclusivity and lived experience, and welcome volunteers from underrepresented and marginalised communities.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

White Ribbon Alliance UK is built on intersectional feminist values. We know that sexual and reproductive health outcomes are shaped by racism, sexism, ableism, class, homophobia, transphobia, and other forms of structural injustice. Our work — and our volunteer programme — is designed to challenge these barriers and centre the voices of those most affected.

We are committed to:

• Inclusive recruitment: We actively encourage applications from people in underrepresented communities, including but not limited to Black, Asian, disabled, chronically ill, LGBTQ+, and retired individuals.

• Accessibility: We make adjustments wherever possible to ensure volunteers can take part fully, whether that’s flexible scheduling, accessible formats, or alternative communication channels.

• Respect and safety: All volunteers agree to our Code of Conduct, which sets out how we create safe, respectful, and inclusive spaces.

• Equity in practice: We welcome volunteers with lived experience and value different ways of knowing and contributing. Your insights and perspectives are not only respected — they shape our work.

By joining us, you become part of a diverse community united by a shared belief in justice and a commitment to action.