WSI Is Growing: Local Chapters Now Across the UK

How Mass Immigration Is Driving Women to Speak Out And Unite

Since launching the Women’s Safety Initiative in April, we’ve seen something incredible happen: a groundswell of women across the country coming together to demand a safer future. What began as a small campaign has quickly grown into a nationwide movement.

Today, we’re proud to announce that we have now established WSI chapters in key regions across the UK, including the North West, South West, South East, Greater London, and the Midlands.

Each chapter is built by women and for women. We are grounded in one simple mission: to create safe, welcoming spaces where women can speak freely, share experiences, and take action.

Why Local Chapters Matter

The issue of women’s safety is deeply personal, but it's also profoundly local. What women experience on the streets of London may differ from the challenges faced in small towns or rural communities, but one thing is consistent: the need for a safe space to be heard.

We are also confronting difficult truths about why women feel increasingly unsafe. One of the issues we raise and that many women are now bravely speaking about is the role mass immigration has played in changing the safety landscape across the UK.

We believe it isn’t acceptable to ignore the link between rising violent and sexual crimes and the lack of immigration control. When nearly 1 in 4 sex crimes are committed by foreign nationals, it becomes a moral responsibility to speak up.

By creating local chapters, we’re building that space. These are not just support groups. Each chapter aims to host regular meetups, listening sessions, and awareness events where women can discuss their concerns openly.

Whether it's harassment on public transport, feeling unsafe walking at night, or navigating local institutions that fail to respond to reports of violence, these conversations matter. And for many women, it’s the first time they’ve felt heard.

What Happens in a WSI Chapter?

Every chapter is a little different, reflecting the unique energy and needs of its community. But here’s what you can expect:

• Monthly meetings: Facilitated by local volunteers, our gatherings are relaxed and confidential. We listen without judgment and support without hesitation.

• Workshops and events: From self-defence classes to guest speakers and community outreach, chapters take initiative to raise awareness and build resilience.

• Local campaigns: Whether it's lobbying local councils, gathering petitions, or pushing for safety improvements in public transport or nightlife venues, our chapters are becoming strong local voices for change.

Most importantly, chapters are a refuge, places where women can speak out about issues often ignored or silenced elsewhere. There’s strength in numbers, and when women come together, change becomes possible.

A Movement Powered by You

We could not have reached this point without the courage and determination of the women who’ve stepped forward to lead and participate in these chapters. From Manchester to Bristol, Brighton to Birmingham, and throughout Greater London, you’ve shown us what community looks like.

We also know this is just the beginning. Women everywhere are telling us they want to be involved. We’re currently supporting new chapter development in other areas of England as well as Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and we’re eager to hear from anyone interested in starting one locally.

At the core of every chapter is our commitment to safety, solidarity, and free expression. We understand how isolating it can feel to carry the weight of fear or trauma. WSI chapters exist so that no woman has to face those feelings alone. Whether you’re sharing a story, offering support, or just listening, your presence matters.

Our vision is a UK where every woman feels empowered, informed, and protected. And we believe that starts with building strong, local communities of women who care for one another and stand together.