Tag Archive for: women

New Australian Centre Focusing on Women’s Mental Health

By: Amy Cheng

Depression during menopause and debilitating periods are some of the mental health problems unique to women and their hormones and biology, but not a lot is known about them. Read more

Engineering a Fairer Workplace

By: Madelaine Osborne

When thinking of iconic tv shows portraying a typical workplace, most people’s go-to would be The Office. Read more

Our Brains Aren’t Ready for Pandemic Fatigue – But There’s Hope, Says Psychologist

By: Amy Cheng

Restrictions have been lifting around the country and lockdowns seem like a thing of the past, but pandemic fatigue still exists, a psychologist has said. Read more

She’s A Crowd: Making Cities Safer for Women Around the World

By: Micaela Aboody

Sharing a story you haven’t felt comfortable telling before and realising you’re supported – and believed – is one of the most important steps in healing, and a crowd-mapping platform is changing the game. Read more

Women’s Justice and Mercy Ministries: Celebrating the Church’s Unsung Heroes

By: Amy Cheng

Women are often the unsung heroes in the church, with their work behind the scenes often going unnoticed, but a new podcast and ebook are hoping to change that.
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Dr Katrina Clifford Helping Change Problematic College Cultures for Women

By: Amy Cheng

International Women’s Day (IWD), Tuesday 8 March, is an opportunity to celebrate women but also to lament about how women have been treated, an academic and mentor to young women has said.
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The Clearing

By: Neri Morris

Who doesn’t love a little creative writing? I haven’t written this way in a while so it came as a bit of a surprise when I sat down to process something that had resurfaced in my life and this is what flowed.  May its ambiguity and symbolism connect with your own story, those moments where something you thought was well and truly dead, resurfaces and you are paralysed by the loaded question of “one step forward or one step back?”

Enjoy!

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The Six Biggest Money Challenges Faced by Women

By: Ally Barnes

Helen Baker is a financial planner and the founder of On Your Two Feet. She has just released The Essential Guide to Financial Independence for all Women because “women often react, but they need to plan”. Read more

Jamila Rizvi on Giving Women Their “Work Confidence” Back

By: Ally Barnes

Women face many challenges re-entering the workforce after extended periods of time off. Read more

Movie Challenge: International Day of the Girl

By: Ally Barnes

With three daughters and two granddaughters, Reel Dialogue’s Russ Matthews has seen his share of princess movies and films that celebrate girls. This is his list of recommended films to watch to celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11. Read more