News & Views Why are kids still restricted by outdated school uniform rules? Rigid gender stereotypes are still being embedded in the uniforms students, especially at private and religious schools.
World Pete Hegseth tells top US military officials to reject diversity efforts or ‘resign’ US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of America’s senior military officers to a meeting to declare an end to “woke” culture.
News & Views Bob, you’re not the only one tired of being asked ‘where are you from?’ Bob, I understand the exhaustion of being asked, “Where are you from?” I have been there many, many times, mate, writes Rita Nasr.
Business 1 in 5 US companies eliminated DEI after Trump’s election: New survey reveals the consequences Since Trump’s re-election, many companies dropped their DEI policies, but a new survey has highlighted the consequences of this decision.
News & Views It took more than a century, but women are taking charge of Australia’s economy – here’s why it matters Australia’s three most powerful economic institutions are now led by women economists. In economics, this is not normal. But matters.
News & Views More women on ASX300 boards but cultural diversity stagnates: new index Nearly three-quarters of ASX300 boards are now made up by more than 30 per cent women but broader measures of diversity are stalling.
News & Views Independent candidate Stella Yee brings a ‘depth of care and attention’ lacking in politics Independent candidate Stella Yee brings a depth of care and attention that is seemingly lacking in the Australian political discourse.
News & Views ‘The idea of merit must be challenged’: It’s time for Australia’s top awards to reflect our diversity Australia’s Order of Australia system needs modernisation to better reflect diversity, improve nominations, and clarify selections.
News & Views Which companies have wound back their DEI commitments? Here’s a look Here’s a list of companies who have scrapped, altered, or doubled down and reaffirmed their DEI commitments.
News & Views Accenture becomes latest company to scrap DEI commitments Accenture and Google have become the latest corporations to abandon DEI initiatives, joining a host of other businesses.
News & Views Women have finally achieved parity on VCE English reading lists, but there are fewer classics Female authors comprised just over a quarter of the VCE lists 25 years ago, but reached 50% this year – a steady upward trend.
News & Views Withstanding the pressure: How the best employers will care for their people in 2025 2025 will challenge workplace culture, demanding inclusive leadership, flexible work, and a commitment to diversity.