Gender
Do gender-segregated toys promote inequality?
The Greens and Play Unlimited are campaigning to raise awareness about the role of gendered toys in the lead-up to......
Not transitioning genders, just decolonising – being transgender and Aboriginal
Alongside the national discussion about marriage equality, has been another discussion – about what it means to be transgender. Aboriginal......
Concerns for women’s welfare in open mixed ward
Mental health advocates have condemned the Western Australian government for turning the states only female psychiatric unit into a mixed......
Australia ranks poorly in Global Gender Gap Report 2014
The Global Gender Gap Report 2014 released today by the World Economic Forum has ranked Australia 24th out of 142......
No magic cure-all for pay inequality
The pay gap between men and women in Australia continues to increase. As of May this year it stands at......
Victim blaming persists in the Australian attitude to rape
A report released today by VicHealth highlights the disturbing number of Australians who are ready to excuse rapists and perpetrators......
Campaigners call for gender-neutral toys
Toys R Us have been targeted in a new campaign advocating for gender-neutral toys. According to research, toys are more......
Gender targets to promote women
The gender gap shows women have often lagged in career prospects, pay and higher level positions. The Business Council of......
Election 2013: Who’s representing you?
Gender is a recurring theme in this election, yet women are still under-represented in our parliament. Politicians make decisions that......
Election 2013: The gender election
Paid Parental leave is an issue that affects us all, from parents and families to employers and business groups as......