The Alliance of Women in Academia (AWA) is an inter-university and interdisciplinary group of self-identified women in higher education aiming at empowering women, building self-confidence and supporting each other. AWA has been organising monthly meetings for members to share experiences and discuss any issue faced at work, or during studies in a safe and supportive environment. It also provides a platform for organising training, mentoring and sharing information related to services available for potential cases of gender-based discrimination. Initially started by members of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and the London School of Economics and Political Science, it has spread to several London universities. For any information: [email protected]