WOMEN FREEMASONS

Women Freemasons have been meeting across the UK for more than 100 years.

There are two female-only Grand Lodges: The Order of Women Freemasons and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (Freemasonry for Women). They both follow exactly the same ceremonies and wear the same regalia as male Freemasons, and they often work closely with community and charity projects.

The United Grand Lodge of England has an excellent working relationship with both Grand Lodges. Members from the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Freemasons (Freemasonry for Women) and The Order of Women Freemasons have both taken part in Open House London at Freemasons’ Hall in recent years in order to showcase female Freemasonry, as well as taking part in joint Freshers’ Fairs up and down the country as part of the Universities Scheme.

FREEMASONRY FOR WOMEN (HFAF)

Freemasonry for Women (HFAF), founded in 1913, is a Masonic fraternity for women. It has Lodges in the UK and overseas, and about 800 members.

The Lodges have exactly the same aims and ideals as their male counterparts and have identical organisational structures. Their members are encouraged to practise charity, both publicly and privately, and to treat each other fairly at all times.

Freemasonry for Women (HFAF) is a vibrant community of individuals, with members of all ages, backgrounds and religious beliefs. Freemasonry has evolved over the centuries as a system of moral guidance and education, characterised by allegory and symbolism, enabling its members to follow a common purpose of living a moral life for the good of themselves and society.

It promotes the ideals of Masonic brotherhood with special emphasis on three particular benefits for women: friendship, inspiration and empowerment. Being a member of a Lodge creates a special bond between women, no matter what their background. Friendship is important in today’s increasingly online world, where we can often feel isolated and lonely.

Freemasonry for Women (HFAF) aims to inspire its members to become the best version of themselves possible and in turn inspire those who come after them. Everyone needs a role model in their lives.

Freemasonry for Women (HFAF) believes that every woman should be empowered by increased self-confidence and belief in her abilities. Taking part in the Lodges and ceremonies provides many opportunities to discover both new and latent talents.

FREEMASONRY FOR WOMEN IN BRAZIL

Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and most respected fraternal organisations, founded upon the values of integrity, friendship, respect, and service. Although historically associated with men, the female presence within English Freemasonry has a rich, formalised, and highly significant history, which is now expanding to Brazil.

In the second half of 2026, a new Lodge of the HFAF (Freemasonry for Women) will be officially consecrated to work in São Paulo. This initiative will operate within the English Masonic community in Brazil, offering women the opportunity to join a regular Order with historical recognition and traditional British practices.

HOW DO I JOIN?

If you are seeking self-discovery, wish to develop new talents, or want to contribute to charity projects within a secular and respected structure, please contact us to learn more about the membership process.

INTERESTED IN JOINING?

If you are thinking of joining Freemasonry for Women in Brazil and are wondering how to be part of a unique worldwide charitable organization. If you live, or work in Brazil and would like to join a Masonic Lodge, why not fill out the form below?