Joeli Brearley
British author and activist
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Pregnant Then Screwed
Brearley founded Pregnant then Screwed in 2015.[2] Pregnant Then Screwed is a charity that campaigns for improvements to maternity rights, support for parent who work and on tackling workplace discrimination.[3] They also offer legal advice for mothers and future mothers for tribunals.[2] On 24 October 2024 she announced she would resign as CEO in February 2025[4]
Books
Brearley's first book was Pregnant Then Screwed: The Truth About the Motherhood Penalty.[2]
Awards
Brearley was awarded an MBE "for services to working families" in the 2025 New Year Honours.[5]