Penny East
Penny East is the chief executive of the Fawcett Society, a feminist campaigning charity in the UK, advocating for gender equality and women's rights. She has been vocal in addressing issues related to sexism in politics and has highlighted the need for a cultural shift in how emotional expressions, particularly from women, are perceived in professional environments.
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Penny East emphasized that the real victims are the women and girls who were sexually assaulted, not the politicians or princes.
Palace’s statement on Andrew is ‘vindication’ for Virginia Giuffre, says her family | Andrew Mountbatten Windsor
United Kingdom· 2025-10-31
Penny East, the new chief executive of the Fawcett Society, expressed concerns about the collaboration with an OnlyFans star.
L’Oréal hires OnlyFans star to market makeup popular with teenagers | Young peopleUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-09
Penny East expressed concern over the decision to air the series, stating it would be uncomfortable for many people.
BBC faces mounting pressure to not air new series after Gregg Wallace and John Torode sackedUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-01
Penny East, the chief executive of the Fawcett Society, said that these criticisms feel riddled with sexism and stereotype.
Crying in the Commons: why are women’s workplace tears a source of shame? | Rachel ReevesUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-04
