Sexism

New framework launched to combat violence against women with disabilities

Two in every three women with disabilities in Australia have experienced violence and disrespect since the age of 15. The framework launched this week through Our Watch and Women with Disabilities Victoria is built on decades of research to ensure women with disabilities feel valued, included, and treated with respect. Our Watch says the violence …

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Andrew Tate and the ‘Manosphere’- Sexism is infiltrating Australian schools

The last week has seen national outrage over an incident at a Melbourne private school, where male students created a spreadsheet ranking girls using sexist and violent language.  Experts say this isn’t an isolated incident, and similar attitudes and behaviours have been recorded in schools across the country.  Image: Image: Cloudfront Produced By: Mary-Kate Hannagan …

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Combatting sexism in Australian schools

In the wake of a troubling incident at Yarra Valley Grammar, where male students created offensive documents about their female peers, questions arise about addressing misogyny and promoting respect in schools. As educators seek solutions, understanding the root causes and effective interventions becomes paramount. We speak with Professor Helen Cahill from Melbourne University an expert …

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Calling sexism and discrimination in the music industry

A report released last year called ‘Raising Your Voices’ shows how the Australian music industry still faces sexual harassment and discrimination, particularly towards women. Despite the challenges faced by women in the industry, there’s progress in the matter, especially in regional communities, and one Australian woman is spreading the voice.  Produced By: Netta Finney Featured …

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Queensland Police Found Guilty of Toxic Workplace

The Commission of inquiry on the attitudes of Queensland Police Services towards domestic violence and family violence was released on Monday, following complaints of a lack of responses and support for these victims. It was found that there are multiple structural issues within the Queensland Police, and the attitudes of senior officials facilitate this dismissal …

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