Don’t wait on a calendar date to celebrate women or promote ‘women’s issues’
Our inboxes here are overflowing with PR pitches urging Women’s Agenda to profile various inspiring women ‘in the lead up to International Women’s Day.’ We’re just over a week out from IWD so the PR m…
When a taste for beer turns into a career: Meet Little Creatures head brewer Jody Thomas
Jody Thomas is not the only university student who took beer seriously but there aren’t too many who forge a career out of it. The Little Creatures he…
‘Show them what crazy can do’: Serena Williams brilliantly calls out double standards in new ad
Tennis superstar Serena Williams has called out gender bias and double standards in sport, and given the term “crazy” a shake-up, in a new…
We need wild, bold ideas to disrupt workplace design for women
Melinda Gates recently called on us to reimagine workplaces so that they work for everyone, describing how the traditional workplaces in the 1960s were designed for the typical employee – who was whit…
‘Show them what crazy can do’: Serena Williams brilliantly calls out double standards in new ad
Tennis superstar Serena Williams has called out gender bias and double standards in sport, and given the term “crazy” a shake-up, in a new Nike ad titled “Dream Crazier”. The 90 second ad …
The Oscars show progress on diversity is possible and must be pursued
It was just four years ago that the Oscars faced widespread criticism for its lack of diversity, particularly as almost all nominees were white. But in proof that things can change — and change …
‘This is hilarious’: Olivia Colman’s very real Oscars speech
A shell-shocked Olivia Colman delivered a very real speech today that left plenty of people smiling, as she accepted the Best Actress Award for her role in The Favourite. It was her first Oscar nomina…
Millennial women have enough going on without working free for Muffin Break
Characterising millennials as entitled, self-absorbed, Instagram obsessed brats? What an original concept! In an interview with News Corp on the weekend, General Manager of Muffin Break, Natalie Brenn…
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Canberra – WomenSpeaking workshop
Canberra – WomenSpeaking workshop – stand on a stage and learn to present a great speech in just 1-day. Don’t be afraid of public speaking ever again. The smash hit WomenSpeaking workshop is back in Canberra. You get to give a speech, on a stage with a microphone after high level, small group training sessions […]
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Sydney – WomenSpeaking workshop
Sydney – WomenSpeaking workshop – stand on a stage and learn to present a great speech in just 1-day Don’t be afraid of public speaking ever again. The smash hit WomenSpeaking workshop is back in Sydney. You get to give a speech, on a stage with a microphone after high level, small group training sessions […]
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Melbourne – WomenSpeaking workshop
Melbourne – WomenSpeaking workshop – stand on a stage and learn to present a great speech in just 1 day. Don’t be afraid of public speaking ever again. The smash hit WomenSpeaking workshop is back in Melbourne. You get to give a speech, on a stage with a microphone after high level, small group training […]
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Celebrate IWD 2019 – Coleman Greig’s Women in Business Lunch
8 March | Sydney Olympic Park | Special guest the Hon Julie Bishop MP Join our illustrious keynote speaker, the Hon Julie Bishop MP, who will share insights into her own extraordinary career journey, the challenges faced by women holding positions of leadership in male-dominated environments, and some of the valuable lessons she has learned […]
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The sixth annual Cisco Empowered Women’s Network Event
The sixth annual Cisco Empowered Women’s Network Event will take place at Cisco Live Melbourne Thursday 7 March 2019. The theme for the Empowered Women’s Network event is “IMAGINE YOUR POSSIBLE”. In the words of William Arthur Ward- “If you can IMAGINE it, you can achieve it”! There will be a focus on how the […]
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Women Chiefs of Enterprises International presents ‘Step into Your Power’
Women Chiefs of Enterprises International presents “Step into Your Power” – an informative and interactive event providing attendees with insight about how to empower themselves to be the best version of themselves, in every aspect of their lives – professional, social and family. The event will feature leading women from industry, politics and the media, […]
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Meet the makers: Women in Beer, Wine and Spirits IWD
Friday 8th March, and Saturday 9th March 2019 Where: Australian Technology Park, Locomotive St Eveleigh NSW Join Cellarmasters and BWS in celebrating incredible women in the beer, wine and spirits industry this International Women’s Day! It’s Australia’s first drinks festival with an all-female line-up. Your experience includes access to the VIP area, where you can […]
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International Women’s Day Great Debate 2019!
March 8, 2019 | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane The Institute of Managers and Leaders is proud to present The Great Debate, International Women’s Day’s Official Flagship Event. Since 1998, every year on International Women’s Day, The Great Debate ignites passion, thought and laughter around topics of gender equality around Australia. This lively luncheon brings together six […]
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Girl Ready: Create resilience and cultivate a growth mindset
An event for teen girls and their parents. Building resilience and fostering a Growth Mindset is KEY to raising well rounded, happy and fulfilled girls. We want everything for our daughters. To teach them to be strong, to defeat all challenges, to take on every opportunity with gusto and determination, and to be – above […]
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IWD 2019: Meet the world’s first professional model with down syndrome
International Women’s Day (IWD) marks the celebration of the economic, political and social progress of women around the world. Join us to play your part in championing #BalanceforBetter at our IWD breakfast events this March. The Australian HR Institute (AHRI) is proud to present global changemaker, Madeline Stuart, who is transforming thousands of lives one […]
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