National Fertility Awareness Week
National Fertility Awareness Week (NFAW) is a time to shine a light on infertility, break down stigma, and amplify the voices of those living through it. In the UK, this week takes place in November 2025, uniting people, clinics, charities, and policymakers in conversation and action.
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Updated 01 October 2025
Spotlight:
- ational Fertility Awareness Week 2025 runs from Monday 3 – Friday 7 November 2025.
- This year’s focus is “Every Voice, Every Journey”, highlighting the diversity of experiences across the fertility community.
- Infertility affects around 1 in 7 people in the UK, yet stigma and silence still surround it. NFAW creates space for stories, support, and change.
- Daily themes spotlight personal stories, workplaces, communities, and individuals — plus events like the Swim for Him fundraiser.
- Share your story, join an event, support a campaign, volunteer, or simply show solidarity online using hashtags like #NFAW2025 and #EveryVoiceEveryJourney.
What is National Fertility Awareness Week?
National Fertility Awareness Week (also known as NFAW) is an annual event in the UK that shines a spotlight on infertility and its impact. It’s organised by Fertility Network UK, the leading charity supporting anyone affected by fertility challenges.
For many, infertility is not just a medical diagnosis but a lived reality that can feel isolating, overwhelming, and misunderstood. NFAW is designed to change that. It creates space for real stories to be heard, for myths and taboos to be challenged, and for the 1 in 7 experiencing infertility to feel recognised and supported. [1]
When is National Fertility Awareness Week 2025?
National Fertility Awareness Week 2025 will run from Monday 3 November to Friday 7 November 2025. Each year, the week falls in early November and is organised by Fertility Network UK to focus national attention on infertility and the people it affects.
Dates for National Fertility Awareness Week 2026 have not yet been announced, but they are expected to follow a similar pattern in early November.
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What is the theme for National Fertility Awareness Week 2025?
The theme for National Fertility Awareness Week 2025 is “Every Voice, Every Journey.” This year is all about recognising the diversity of experiences within the fertility community and making sure no one feels left out of the conversation.
Each day of the week focuses on a different perspective — from personal stories to workplaces, communities, and individuals. Together, the theme reminds us that infertility is never a single story, but many voices and journeys woven together.
Why National Fertility Awareness Week matters
For the 1 in 6 people globally, and 1 in 7 people in the UK facing infertility, life can feel overwhelming, lonely, and misunderstood. National Fertility Awareness Week (NFAW) exists to change that. It’s a dedicated moment in the year where the fertility community comes together to shine a light on issues too often hidden in silence. [1,2]
The week is important because it:
- Raises awareness: Fertility struggles affect around 3.5 million people in the UK. By talking openly about infertility, its causes, and its impact, NFAW helps society understand just how common and life-changing this experience can be. [3]
- Challenges stigma and misconceptions: Infertility is still surrounded by taboos and outdated myths — now more than ever, with misinformation shared on social media. NFAW works to shift perceptions, showing that fertility issues are medical, emotional, and social realities that deserve compassion and understanding.
- Provides support and connection: Awareness weeks can spark conversations that help people feel less isolated. Whether through peer groups, workplace initiatives, or sharing personal stories, NFAW reminds people they are not alone.
- Drives change and advocacy: From calling for fairer NHS funding to expanding workplace support, the week highlights the structural inequalities that still exist in fertility care.
- Raises vital funds: Campaigns like the Fertili-Tea Quiz, the One Step at a Time challenge, and the Swim for Him fundraiser support Fertility Network UK in continuing their services for everyone affected.
At its heart, NFAW is about solidarity. It’s about creating a space where every story is heard, every journey is valued, and every person feels seen. For those living with infertility, it’s a reminder that while the struggle can be deeply personal, you do not have to carry it alone.
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How you can get involved
Getting involved in National Fertility Awareness Week doesn’t have to mean standing on a stage or sharing your most personal experiences publicly. It’s about finding a way that feels right for you, while helping to raise awareness and show solidarity with the 3.5 million people in the UK living with infertility. [1]
Here are some ways to take part in 2025:
- Share your story — in your own way: Whether that’s posting on social media, joining a webinar, writing anonymously, or simply talking to a friend, every story helps dismantle the silence around infertility. Using the hashtags #NFAW2025, #EveryVoiceEveryJourney, #FertilityAwarenessWeek can help boost the NFAW message.
- Reach out to local newspapers: Local media can be a powerful way to connect with your community. You could write a short piece, submit a letter, host a local event, or set yourself a challenge and share the experience with your paper. Sending photos increases the chances of being published – and helps more people understand the impact of infertility in everyday life.
- Take part in fundraising challenges: Fertility Network UK runs events like the Fertili-Tea Quiz, the One Step at a Time challenge, and the Swim for Him fundraiser. These initiatives not only raise money to support services but also bring people together in solidarity.
- Follow and engage on social media: Fertility Network UK actively uses social media to share resources, stories, and updates throughout the week. By following, liking, commenting, and sharing their posts — or watching their videos on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube — you help spread awareness further and ensure these important messages reach more people.
- Participate in an event: Your fundraising makes a real difference to the lives of those struggling to conceive. You can host your own event or join something bigger – sites like JustGiving make it simple to collect donations for Fertility Network UK. Supporters have organised everything from runs and hikes to gaming marathons and coffee mornings. If you’re planning something, let Fertility Network UK know so they can help spread the word.
- Start conversations in your workplace or community: NFAW is also about changing systems. Encouraging fertility-friendly policies at work, signposting support, or hosting awareness events in your community can have a lasting impact.
- Become a media volunteer: If you feel comfortable sharing your story more widely, you can volunteer to speak with journalists. Media stories help raise awareness of what it’s really like to live with infertility and can reach people far beyond the fertility community.
- Support campaigns for change: Join efforts like the Fight for Fair Funding campaign to push for equal NHS access, or support the LGBTQIA+ Fertility Justice Campaign which calls for fair treatment for LGBTQIA+ people. The Workplace Fertility Campaign Group also works to protect the rights of people undergoing fertility treatment, ensuring no one has to hide what they’re going through at work.
- Volunteer your time: From facilitating support groups to helping moderate online forums or raising awareness in your local community, volunteering with Fertility Network UK is a powerful way to extend support and connection for those navigating infertility.
- Shop to support: Fertility Network UK partners with a range of organisations who donate a percentage of each purchase back to the charity. From books and supplements to thoughtful gifts and keepsakes, shopping through their site is an easy way to give back to the community at no extra cost to you.
- Donate if you’re able: Fertility Network UK relies on donations to keep its helplines, support groups, and advocacy work going. Even small contributions help ensure no one has to face infertility in silence.
The most important thing is to take part in a way that feels authentic to you. Whether it’s a quiet gesture of solidarity or an active fundraising effort, your involvement helps to challenge stigma, spread awareness, and support others on their fertility path.
National Fertility Awareness Week 2025 themed days
Each day of National Fertility Awareness Week 2025 has its own focus, designed to highlight different voices and experiences:
- Monday: Every Voice – A celebration of speaking out, whether that’s sharing your own story or listening to others.
- Tuesday: Every Journey – Recognising that no two fertility paths are the same, from treatment to childlessness, donor conception to surrogacy.
- Wednesday: Every Workplace – Spotlighting the need for fertility-friendly workplaces and the role employers can play in supporting staff.
- Thursday: Every Community – A reminder that infertility affects people across all backgrounds, and that support must be inclusive and accessible.
- Friday: Every Person – Putting the individual at the centre, affirming that every person experiencing fertility struggles deserves to be heard and supported.
- Saturday: Swim for Him – HIMfertility Fundraiser – A powerful event raising awareness of male infertility, featuring a sponsored cold-water swim and community activities to challenge stigma and fund support services.
Why we support National Fertility Awareness Week
At Fertility Mapper, we support National Fertility Awareness Week because we believe every fertility journey deserves to be recognised, respected, and supported. We know how isolating infertility can feel, especially when navigating the complexities of NHS funding or trying to decide which clinic is right for you. That’s why we’ve built tools to help people who are TTC find the best fertility clinic for their needs, and why we share clear, evidence-based guides to make the process less overwhelming.
We know how tough it can be to face delays, unanswered questions, or the emotional strain of treatment. That’s why during National Fertility Awareness Week, we’re adding our voice to the conversation — to raise awareness, connect people with the right care, and remind everyone that no one has to navigate their fertility path alone.
Sources
1. NHS. Infertility. Page last reviewed: 09 August 2023.
2. World Health Organization. 1 in 6 people globally affected by infertility: WHO. 4 April 2023.
3. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Infertility. Last revised in July 2023.