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Medical Women's Federation

The MWF was founded in 1917 and works to support the professional and personal development of women in all branches of medicine. MWF have worked on many successful campaigns over the years and continues to fight barriers that face women in medicine as well as contribute to debates and discussion around women's careers and health. MWF has two national meetings a year and regional group meetings.

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Activities & Mission

The MWF was founded in 1917 and works to support the professional and personal development of women in all branches of medicine. MWF have worked on many successful campaigns over the years and continues to fight barriers that face women in medicine as well as contribute to debates and discussion around women's careers and health. MWF has two national meetings a year and regional group meetings.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£78,728
Latest Expenditure
£100,826

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 128.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 128.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£78,728
£100,8260 / 10
2023
£54,949
£86,1130 / 10
2022
£195,372
£111,1080 / 0
2021
£143,012
£96,4960 / 0
2020
£73,975
£104,9950 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Medical Women's Federation

What does Medical Women's Federation do?

The MWF was founded in 1917 and works to support the professional and personal development of women in all branches of medicine. MWF have worked on many successful campaigns over the years and continues to fight barriers that face women in medicine as well as contribute to debates and discussion around women's careers and health. MWF has two national meetings a year and regional group meetings.

How much income did Medical Women's Federation report in 2024?

Medical Women's Federation reported total income of £79k and reported expenditure of £101k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Medical Women's Federation registered as a charity?

Medical Women's Federation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 1974 as charity number 261820. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs Medical Women's Federation?

Medical Women's Federation is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Medical Women's Federation operate?

Medical Women's Federation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Medical Women's Federation a registered charity?

Yes — Medical Women's Federation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261820.

Details

Address
ENTRANCE B
TAVISTOCK HOUSE NORTH
TAVISTOCK SQUARE
LONDON
WC1H 9HX
Registration Date
22 July 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
261820
Charity Number
261820

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Trustees

Dame Jane Dacre
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Dr Angharad Ruttley
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Dr Briony Adams
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Dr Lulu Lyons
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Dr Nuthana Prathivadi Bhayankaram
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Dr Rose Penfold
Dr SARAH JACQUES
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Dr Sarah Matthews
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Dr Victoria Zaslona
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Natasha Bocchetta
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Professor Angharad Davies
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Professor Rashmi Mathew
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Professor Scarlett McNally
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Susan Ward
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