Millie Hawes | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

I head up our Just Purpose (corporate responsibility) programme comprising three pillars: pro bono, community, and sustainability. Working with civil society organisations, we drive societal change and empower our people to take action on a wide range of causes. I lead projects across the international Fieldfisher network and strive to embed ESG in the firm's purpose and strategy.

I have a particular focus on disability rights. After graduating with a Law degree from Durham University, I started my career in the disability charity sector and now use my experience as a disabled activist to steer our work and influence evolution at the firm. Having launched our disability network, Discover, in 2021, I also spearhead initiatives to educate non-disabled people, support the disabled community, and remove barriers to inclusion.

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Two people are walking on a wet street at night, illuminated by streetlights. They are approaching a large painted Y-shaped arrow on the ground, which splits into two directions. The scene has a moody, reflective atmosphere.
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Fieldfisher’s global volunteers empower refugee youth career development through Invicta and Social Shifters' Global Innovation Challenge

26.02.2025
Invicta, a German-based social enterprise led by Eden Tadesse, has emerged as the winner of the Social Shifters' Global Innovation Challenge Fieldfisher grant.
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Fieldfisher announces global volunteering partnership with Social Shifters

05.07.2024
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Fieldfisher's 'Rooting for Change' programme shortlisted for 'Sustainability Initiative of the Year' at the Lawyer Awards 2023

28.04.2023
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Fieldfisher celebrates two winners at the Women and Diversity in Law Awards 2023

28.03.2023
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Access to Work Scheme - is it fit for purpose?

10.03.2023
This interview is part of a series that Ranjit Dhindsa is working on, regarding inclusion, diversity and culture across different organisations and industries. In this article, she interviews Millie Hawes about the Access to Work Scheme.
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