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Joeli Brearley
Founder and CEO of Pregnant Then Screwed. Author of: The Truth About The Motherhood Penalty. ‘Indispensable’ according to British Vogue. ‘A load of whinging nonsense’ according to one Telegraph commentator
Joeli Brearley is the Founder and CEO of Pregnant Then Screwed, an organization dedicated to supporting parents facing discrimination in the workplace due to pregnancy or maternity. She established the organization in 2015 after experiencing her own dismissal via voicemail upon announcing her pregnancy, which motivated her to advocate for the rights of mothers and combat workplace injustices.6
Brearley has been vocal about the challenges faced by working parents, often sharing harrowing stories from those affected by discrimination. Her work has garnered attention and support, highlighting the need for systemic change in how workplaces accommodate and support pregnant employees.2 Under her leadership, Pregnant Then Screwed has become a significant voice in the movement for parental rights, providing resources, support, and advocacy on behalf of affected individuals.15
In addition to her role at Pregnant Then Screwed, Brearley is active on LinkedIn, where she shares insights and updates about her work and the ongoing challenges in the realm of parental rights.34