79%

of respondents would stay or return to corporate life if they had access to better support systems.

TGC Insight Survey 2025

For every woman at the director level who gets promoted, two women directors choose to leave their company.

McKinsey & LeanIn.org 2022

At The Girls Club we are on a mission to uncover the real-world truth of women leaders and champion change.

The TGC Annual Insight Report tells all.

Thought leadership

At TGC we focus on 2 key ways to drive Thought Leadership:
  • Genuine, unfiltered insight into the experiences of women leaders in the workplace.
  • Importance of the support given by male allies.

Our Annual TGC Insight Survey

We harness the collective voice of our members to drive change—because action can’t wait. Our TGC Insight Survey is our annual deep dive into the real experiences of women in leadership, built from 100+ hours of honest conversations, revealing microaggressions, missed opportunities and the urgent need to change how we work together.
Our research objective:
To uncover the real-world truth about what’s going on for women leaders in the workplace? What’s going well, what’s not and what needs to change to create a more equitable workplace.
Why its important:
The findings will ignite critical conversations among our members, thought leaders, media, government and businesses alike. And act as a benchmark to track changes over time and audit organisations on the reality of how their women leaders are feeling.

Thank you for giving us a chance to vocalise what has been silent for so long. I am hopeful that this brings about meaningful change.

TGC Insight Report 2025 respondent

TGC Insight Report 2025

The Girls Club Insight Survey 2025 provides a crucial look into the experiences of women leaders in the workplace.
With 319 responses from women leaders, equating to over 100 hours of honest insight, the findings reveal both the successes and systemic challenges that continue to shape their careers.

Despite their passion for leadership, many women still face barriers such as sexism, pay disparities, microaggressions, and limited workplace support.

International Women’s Day 2025

At our IWD event in 2025 we shared the topline finding of our 2025 Insight Report and were inspired to hear Dr Donna De Haan, The Diversity Doctor and Lee Chambers from Male Allies UK share their thoughts on Collaboration. Not Competition.

Events like this bring the people, data and stories together to really create actions. In a world that’s divided and polarised we need so much more of that togetherness and unity at the moment."

Lee Chambers

Importance of Male Allies.

Our TGC Insight Report 2025 suggests that male allies play a crucial role in fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. 65% of women leaders stated that they feel supported by male allies.

We know that change won't happen unless we work together and we’re working with some brilliant men to identify how we can work together to raise awareness and create meaningful change.

Some of the ways that male allies can help include support and advocacy, career advancement and validation and recognition.

I have always had at least one senior male ally in each workplace. They have made what would otherwise be an impossible situation bearable.

TGC Insight Survey respondent 2025

It is only when the expected role of a man evolves that women create better balance on the outside of the home.

TGC Insight Survey respondent 2025
Contact us to find out more about being a TGC male ally
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28 April • 9:30am - 4:30pm
The Other House
Let’s be honest.
Most leadership models weren’t built with women in mind—and you’ve probably felt that in your bones.
So instead of fixing you, this workshop does something radical:
It works with how you’re already wired.
In partnership with Terri McNerney, this one day workshop helps you uncover your authentic leadership power and use it intentionally—without burning yourself out or shrinking to fit.
TGC Insight Survey Results
The Reality Check
22 April • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Other House - Private Members Club
TGC Networking Drinks - London
21 April • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
ZOOM MEETING
It’s been ridiculously long since the London contingent of The Girls Club got together.
We talk online, we cheer each other on… but it’s time for a proper catch-up.
So we’re organising Girls Club drinks in central London — a relaxed evening to reconnect, meet new faces and remind ourselves why this community is so special.
Come for a drink, stay for the conversation.
PREMIUM MEMBERS ONLY!
21 April • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
ZOOM MEETING
The programme begins with a welcoming induction session where you’ll meet the rest of the cohort and begin building the supportive environment that will carry through the programme.
We’ll walk through the structure of the 12-week journey, explain how the sessions and clinics work, and set clear expectations for how to get the most from the experience.
This session is designed to help everyone start with confidence — creating trust, connection and a shared understanding of the journey ahead.
7 April • 12:00pm - 12:30pm
ZOOM MEETING
Let’s be honest.
Most leadership models weren’t built with women in mind—and you’ve probably felt that in your bones.
So instead of fixing you, this workshop does something radical:
It works with how you’re already wired.
In partnership with Terri McNerney, this one day workshop helps you uncover your authentic leadership power and use it intentionally—without burning yourself out or shrinking to fit.
Join us on 17th April for a discovery session (no commitment) to see if it's for you. A chance to meet Terri, learn about that day and ask questions ahead of the workshop w/c 27th April.
15 April • 12:30pm - 1:30pm
ZOOM MEETING
Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and join us for a catch-up.
This is your chance to connect with the incredible women who make The Girls Club such a special community.
This month we’ll kick off the conversation with a focus on neurodiversity. Whether you or your children have a diagnosis, suspect you might be neurodiverse, or work with people who identify this way, we’d love to hear about your experiences and perspectives.
31 March • 1:00pm - 1:30pm
ZOOM MEETING
Discover the Power of The Girls Club
Ready to surround yourself with inspiring women who get it? The Girls Club is your private network for women leaders — a space to connect, learn, and lift each other higher.
In this session, we’ll show you exactly how to make the most of your membership — with a quick tour of everything you can access, from exclusive networking events and transformative masterclasses to hands-on workshops, empowering bootcamps, and tailored coaching and mentoring.
You’ll also have the chance to ask questions, meet fellow members, and see how The Girls Club helps women like you grow, connect, and thrive.
Join us — your next opportunity, mentor, or lifelong friend might just be waiting inside.
31 March • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
ZOOM MEETING
Let’s be honest — the job market can feel brutal right now.
You can spend hours tailoring applications, refreshing LinkedIn and chasing opportunities, only to hear nothing back.
If you’re starting to question your direction or wondering whether there’s a smarter way to approach your next move, this preview session is for you.
Join us for a short introduction to TGC's New Role Bootcamp, a 12-week programme designed to help professionals step back, gain clarity and navigate the job market more strategically — with expert host Simone Sweeney and various guests providing guidance and a supportive cohort alongside you.
You’ll learn how the programme works, what we’ll cover, and whether it could help you move forward with more confidence.

TGC The Reality Check: What's REALLY happening for women in leadership

Join The Girls Club for a candid conversation unpacking the findings from The Reality Check - exploring the data, lived experiences, and systemic barriers still shaping women’s careers today.