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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.

Grants

Medical Women's Federation makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£95,348
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£73,662
Latest Expenditure
£95,348

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 129.4%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£73,662
£95,3480 / 10
2024
£78,728
£100,8260 / 10
2023
£54,949
£86,1130 / 10
2022
£195,372
£111,1080 / 0
2021
£143,012
£96,4960 / 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 2025?

Medical Women's Federation reported total income of £74k and reported expenditure of £95k for the financial year ending 2025, 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 5 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

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 July 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
261820
Charity Number
261820

Trustees

Dame Jane Dacre
Also governs 2 other charities
Dr Angharad Ruttley
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Sarah Matthews
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Angharad Davies
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Rashmi Mathew
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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