How Does Workplace Diversity Impact Mental Health? Our first international guest post from Dr. Arturo Osorio
Category: Views
VIEWS: CEO of CBM Australia on disability inclusion in the pandemic recovery
“I focus on raising awareness of the needs and rights of people with disabilities in the poorest communities, who are amongst the most marginalised in our world. “
VIEW: The Rise and Importance of Ethical Fashion
A guest post from Niccii Kugler, founder of ethical and sustainable online marketplace Nash + Banks.
VIEW: Merely Being compliant is not a point of difference to be proud of in the disability sector
As the disability sector is facing a range of headline-making issues, including a new NDIS Minister and pushback from the industry to proposed changes to the NDIS, this interview outlines experiences and insights from River Night, CEO and founder of Australian Communities, about how he is using his passions, lived experience of disability, and skills to drive change in the disability sector.
VIEW: If this is our last chance, who is our best hope?
A guest post from Teigan Margetts, Co-Founder of Ethicool Books. – “While an intellectual debate still rages on the causes of climate change, so too does debate ensue on the solution. But one thing is for sure: we’re running out of time. So in what – or more importantly- in whom – should we invest to ensure a better future?”
VIEW: Why Australian Pharma Needs to #ChooseToChallenge this International Women’s Day
A guest post from Elaine Phillips, Business Unit Director – Oncology at BMS Australia. – “We are all learning and we will make mistakes but having open dialogue is key to making sure that everyone can bring their unique selves to work every day.”
VIEW: Inequalities for men create inequalities for women
A guest post from Deborah O’Ferry – “Looking at feminism with a parental lens, mums of Australia can’t be CEO’s, be financially independent or go out and join a soccer team, if they are not supported and given the room to make those choices. But men, as parents, can’t support women if they are not given the empathy, flexibility or the information to, either.”
VIEW: How QR codes are having a ‘renaissance’ and improving accessibility to health information
Alida Rossi, Customer Excellence Director for AbbVie Australia and New Zealand, explains how the company is using QR codes to increase accessibility to essential health information.
VIEW: What does International Women’s Day mean to me?
A guest post from Dr Diaswati (Asti) Mardiasmo, Chief Economist of PRD Real Estate – “When I look at myself, and the journey of my 35 years on earth, as well as all the other women around me – regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual preference, relationship status, kids/no kids, health and family issues, and a myriad of other things that differentiate us as human beings; I consistently see STRENGTH.”
VIEW: Gender empowerment needs to go beyond just the empowerment of women
The General Sir John Monash Foundation recently announced the recipients of its 2021 scholarships, Australia’s most prestigious postgraduate overseas study program. Among the recipients was emergency nurse of 15 years, Emily Ragus, who intends to complete a PhD in utilisation of gender empowerment theory within disasters promoting equality as a health diplomacy tool for Australia.
VIEW: Why Australia needs an online Code of Conduct
Everyone should be able to access the Internet – safely, equally and inclusively. It is only through collective action that we can ensure everyone’s rights are respected online, claims Sarah Liberty, CEO and Founder of JustSociale.
VIEW: Australia is a country that will constantly struggle to decolonise
A guest post from Dr Kirstie Close, an academic historian who has worked in universities in Australia, Papua New Guinea and Fiji.
VIEW: Misconceptions About Women & Mental Health That Therapists Hear Often
A guest post from Jennifer Okolo, who is a therapist and the founder of She Aspires.
VIEW: Why 2021 will be the year for Australian tech
A guest post from Sarah Neill, Founder of Mys Tyler, a fashion tech company solving the $1 trillion “fit” problem, by creating a more empowering and personalised shopping experience for all women.
VIEW: Why Sally has an ‘Eye to the Future’ with Blind Citizens Australia
A guest post from Sally Aurisch, General Manager of Projects and Engagement at Blind Citizens Australia.
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