Age discrimination
22 November 2022
Section: Columns
Age discrimination is against the law. It is defined by the NSW Anti-Discrimination Board as when you have been treated unfairly because of your age or because you are the relative, friend or colleague of someone of a particular ageâ€.
Maternity leave in schools
18 August 2022
Section: Columns
People often use the term maternity leave†to refer to a range of rights and entitlements related to pregnancy. However, those entitlements can vary depending on the nature of employment.
Governments yet to take action
26 May 2022
Section: Columns
The recommendations from a landmark report on Australia’s First Nations women and girls from 2020 have yet to be realised.
Increased salaries are essential for women’s financial security
9 December 2021
Section: Columns
It is more important than ever for women to take an active interest in the remuneration they should receive and…
Why women need to lead for better remuneration and working conditions
12 November 2021
Section: Columns
The UN theme for International Women’s Day 2021 was “Women in Leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world”.
All workers should have access to paid family and domestic violence leave
20 October 2021
Section: News
Paid family and domestic violence leave can give a person the time, support and job security they need to escape and recover from an abusive relationship. While one in three employers now offer this leave (including State and Territory Governments) too many employees are still missing out.
Make the workplace more menopause-friendly
18 October 2021
Section: News
World Menopause Day is held every year on 18 October to raise awareness about menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing.
Anna Stewart Program helps women members achieve their goals
29 June 2021
Section: News
The two-week Anna Stewart Program surpassed my expectations.
Sexual harassment and gendered violence in the workplace
28 May 2021
Section: Columns
Tens of thousands of people attended the @March4JusticeAU rallies across Australia earlier this year chanting “Enough is enough” and demanding an end to gender-based violence and workplace harassment.
Your voice is needed
6 April 2021
Section: News
Every day, as teachers, we try to be an example to our students. We want to inspire them to be caring global citizens, and your union is here to help you with that mission.
Wiyi Yani U Thangani—(Women’s Voices)—Securing Our Rights, Securing Our Future Report 2020
28 January 2021
Section: News
A landmark report on Australia’s First Nations women and girls has been released by June Oscar AO, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner.
Books and videos to look out for
11 December 2020
Section: Member’s Voice
Books and videos to look out for
Age discrimination
9 December 2020
Section: Columns
Age discrimination is against the law and is defined by the NSW Anti-Discrimination Board (ADB) as “when you have been treated unfairly because of your age or because you are the relative, friend or colleague of someone of a particular age”.
Online safety
12 August 2020
Section: Columns
International research has identified that women and girls are subjected to very high levels of online abuse simply because they are women.
Menopause can lead to discrimination
21 May 2020
Section: Columns
Going through menopause while working can be difficult. Menopause typically occurs for women between 45-55 years of age and is often preceded by peri-menopause.
Make your voice heard on family and domestic violence
18 March 2020
Section: News
In response to the recent horrific murders of Hannah Clarke and her three children in Queensland in February, many people are questioning how this can happen.
Sexual harassment pervasive in Australian workplaces
12 March 2020
Section: News
A national inquiry has found that sexual harassment in Australian workplaces is “widespread and pervasive” and equally shocking is the “gendered and intersectional nature of workplace sexual harassment”.
Maternity leave in schools
6 March 2020
Section: Columns
People use the term “maternity leave” to refer to a range of rights and entitlements related to pregnancy. However, those entitlements can vary depending on the nature of employment.
Union campaigning is a time investment worth your while
11 February 2020
Section: News
In keeping with the idea that you should give your time to the things that make the biggest difference, devote some of your time to participating in Federation activities, says member activist Guv Johal
Members campaign for crucial leave provision for all workers
18 December 2019
Section: Columns
The We Won’t Wait domestic violence campaign continues to lobby for paid family and domestic violence (FDV) leave included in the National Employment Standards.
Women in education
11 December 2019
Section: Columns
Returning to work after maternity leave requires planning.