Women's Agenda

Do women need more sleep than men? On average, yes. But women need more support to recharge and recover across the day, and at night.

Failure to grapple with women’s rights in Syria risks plunging the nation further into extremist violence.

Helen Conway has promised a more active and inclusive agenda as she takes the helm of Chief Executive Women.

Launched this week by national non-profit Violet, Agehood is hosted by Violet CEO Melissa Reader and features intimate conversations with some of Australia’s most trusted voices.

Skorts were once a truly progressive item of clothing, allowing women and girls to engage in sport more easily. Is that still the case?

A range of evidence now made public has pointed to a host of deceptions in Patterson’s testimony — which we unpack.

Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering Gail Patterson, Don Patterson and Heather Wilkinson and the attempted murder of Ian Wilkinson. 

Women played a vital, often overlooked role in flood recovery, leading long-term community efforts with unpaid work, care, and expertise.

Parents have been left reeling by news a male Melbourne childcare worker has been charged with the alleged sexual abuse of young children.

A “wellbeing agenda” was a passion project for the treasurer, meant to help account for wellbeing while developing policy. So why has the government stopped talking about it?

Starting at the gym can feel scary at first, but it’s safe, healthy, empowering, and gets easier with time.

The Cartier Women’s Initiative supports early-stage women entrepreneurs with funding, mentoring, and networking to expand their impact.