Our First Regional Meet Up!

WSI's First London Meetup Empowers and Uniting Women

Last Friday, we held our first-ever regional meetup in London, marking an important step in building local connections and real-world impact. Led by the Greater London Regional Leader, Grace, our gathering brought together eight women from various backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to improving safety for women across the UK and addressing the pressing concern that mass immigration is damaging women’s safety.

Held in the relaxed setting of a local pub, the meetup offered a safe and welcoming space for open conversation, community building, and solidarity. Attendees ranged in age and life experience, from students to working professionals and mothers, each bringing a unique perspective to the discussion.

The discussion centred on personal experiences of feeling unsafe in public, particularly in transit, nightlife, and unfamiliar areas. Several attendees spoke about how their everyday choices, from what they wear to the routes they take home, are shaped by fear or past experiences of harassment. Others highlighted concerns about how local authorities often fail to take women’s reports seriously, leaving them feeling disempowered.

One of the most meaningful outcomes of the evening was the sense of solidarity and empowerment that emerged. By sharing their stories, the women built trust and reaffirmed the urgent need for honest dialogue on the realities of female vulnerability, particularly in the face of politically sensitive issues.