COVID-19

Victoriam organisations have come together calling for State and Federal Governments to pay special attention to gendered impacts of the global COVID-19.

For lots of parents of babies & toddlers isolation isn’t a huge stretch but for those parents craving connection outside, further isolation is torture.

The Queen addressed the UK as the COVID-19 pandemic continues its spread around the world, saying “We remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it.”

Suze Wilson from Massey University argues New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is giving most Western politicians a masterclass in crisis leadership.

The infection rate is low. The response has been swift. The country is now donating to help other affected countries, sharing surgical masks globally.

Women are especially vulnerable to the affects of COVID-19, with disruptions female health services and access to gender-based violence services.

Dolly Parton is set to launch a weekly series in which she reads children’s books to online audiences at bedtime.

Professor Gita Ramjee was a critical player in the field of HIV prevention clinical trials, tirelessly working to find HIV prevention solutions for women.

During the COVID-19 expectant parents are demanding an urgent review to enable early access to the 18-week minimum wage leave package.

COVID-19 has already shown us it is possible to take urgent and radical action on a global scale. This is a moment to push for a sustainable future.

Under the coronavirus regime, leaving violent relationships is likely to become far more difficult and dangerous writes Amanda Gearing.

While we’re holed up in our homes, let’s remember to keep in mind those less abled and vulnerable in our community, who could use our help.