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.
Need for lactation support highlighted during World Breastfeeding Week
6 August 2020
Section: News
The World Health Organization and United Nations Children’s Fund have called on governments to protect and promote women’s access to skilled breastfeeding counselling, which is a critical component of breastfeeding support.
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.
Living the dream
9 November 2019
Section: News
My participation in a two-week Anna Stewart Program immersed me in union life and left me feeling even more energised and enthusiastic than when I arrived.
Union program nourishes confidence
5 November 2019
Section: News
The message from my Federation story is it’s never too late to become an active member of Federation — even if you’re shy — and when you do, you’ll find it to be an enriching and uplifting experience that will inspire you to want to do even more.
Women in Education
2 November 2019
Section: News
If a teacher chooses to breastfeed or express milk in the workplace on return from maternity leave, Departmental guidelines exist to support their wish.
AEU Federal Women’s Conference — Advancing our Feminist Futures
8 October 2019
Section: News
AEU Federal Women’s Conference held in Melbourne on 4-5 October kicked off by exploring the idea of gender justice. Federal Women’s Officer Olivia Brown noted that it is lucky women want gender justice and “equality rather than revenge”.
Women in Education
28 September 2019
Section: News
Many students’ opportunities, career options and lives are affected by stereotyping. This is often compounded by a lack of intersectional awareness and assumptions of class, race, Aboriginality, culture, (dis)ability, language or sexuality.
Stories to inspire action
25 September 2019
Section: News
The opportunity to be part of a community of teachers where you can express your point of view and have a say in shaping your profession is an uplifting experience, a new book profiling women Federation activists conveys.
Ready to dig deeper for my union
22 September 2019
Section: Member’s Voice
Activism runs strong in my veins. I have always felt a strong connection to the union movement.
Rowdy chorus of commonsense required
5 September 2019
Section: News
It’s never been more important for people with commonsense to start using their voices at full bore, writer and social commentator Jane Caro said.
Women’s Conference: ‘The Power of our Voices’
1 September 2019
Section: News
The theme for this year’s Federation’s Women’s Conference was “The Power of our Voices”, with the aim to develop women’s activism and feminism through relevant keynote speakers, a panel session and workshops.
Women in education
31 August 2019
Section: News
Reproductive Health Care Reform — Decriminalising Abortion
It’s time to close the gender pay gap
28 August 2019
Section: News
As public education teachers we believe in a fair start for all our students.
Unite to advance profession
27 August 2019
Section: News
Reach deep into your school and TAFE communities to build new relationships with the female colleagues in your workplace and strengthen those relationships that you already have, Federation Senior Vice President Amber Flohm told members participating in the union’s virtual Women’s Conference on 22 August.