Women’s Film and Television History Network UK/Ireland



We are a group of researchers, teachers, archivists, collections managers, students, professionals, and enthusiasts engaged in exploring the contributions women have made to the emergence and development of film and television.

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We publish regular blogs on many aspects of women’s film and television history. Read the latest blogs here. Find out how you can contribute to our blogs here.


Every two years, WFTHN holds a conference, Doing Women’s Film and Television History (DWFTH). The aim is to encourage, support and disseminate research into women’s participation in screen media.

Find out more about our latest conference here.


Find out how to become a member of WFTHN here.

You can stay in touch with WFTHN by joining our mailing list, subscribing to our blog below, and following us on social media, including Bluesky, Instagram and Facebook. We regularly post about the latest news, research and events relating to women’s film, television and broadcasting history, including conferences, publications and screenings.

If you would like to contact us, please do so here.