Unheard, untreated, unwell: women's health in crisis

Discuss the politics of women's health with British Academy Book Prize-shortlisted authors Professor Sophie Harman and Dr Annabel Sowemimo. Why does healthcare so often fail women, and why have we accepted it for so long? Discuss how race, class, institutional bias, and political narratives shape who gets to be believed, who receives care, and whose pain is dismissed in this vital conversation with British Academy Book Prize shortlisted authors. Bringing together insights from medicine, history, and policy, Professor Sophie Harman, author of Sick of It: The Global Fight for Women's Health, and Dr Annabel Sowemimo, author of Divided: Racism, Medicine and Why We Need to Decolonise Healthcare, will explore what it would truly mean to take women's health seriously across the world. Ahead of the 2027 British Academy Book Prize, we'll also consider the power of non-fiction books in shaping these global conversations. About The British Academy Book Prize The British Academy Book Prize rewards outstanding books in the humanities and social sciences that combine original thinking, high-quality research and exceptional storytelling. Its purpose is to inspire with a diverse range of authors whose work is essential to understanding humanity and can change how we see today’s world. Discover more about future events by signing up for our Newsletter Important Information As tickets are free, we release more than the available seats to account for no-shows. • Entry is first-come, first-served. We recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment. • A ticket does not guarantee entry to the main event space. If it reaches capacity, you'll be directed to the bar next door to watch a live stream. This event will also be recorded and live-streamed on YouTube. This event has live subtitles delivered by 121 Captions. See information about the accessibility of the venue. If you have any questions about this event, please refer to our Public Events FAQs. If your question is not answered, please email [email protected]. The British Academy is a registered charity, number 233176.