Watch | Malevolent Influence: Schools and the Shadow of Andrew Tate
Catch up on our expert discussion on the rise of sexism and misogyny in Australian schools, featuring Anna Krien and Dr Stephanie Wescott.
6th May, 24 Read more
‘Miss, what do you think of Andrew Tate?’: The problem of widespread misogyny and sexism in Australian classrooms
Feminist researcher Dr Stephanie Wescott explains how female teachers navigate the influence of figures like Andrew Tate on their students, revealing the breaking point for some educators.
16th April, 24 Read more
Survey | Sexism at School: Educator Survey
The Victorian Women's Trust is interested in hearing from primary and secondary school educators who have observed students perpetuating sexism and/or sexist abuse in classroom settings. Learn more.
16th April, 24 Read more
Webinar | Malevolent Influence: Schools and the Shadow of Andrew Tate
On Wed 1 May at 12pm AEST, the Victorian Women’s Trust will present an expert discussion on the rise of sexism and misogyny in Australian schools, featuring Anna Krien (journalist and author of Night Games: Sex, Power & Sport) and Dr Stephanie Wescott (feminist researcher and lecturer, Monash University). Register now.
16th April, 24 Read more
More than Autism awareness, let’s aim to understand
More and more women are being diagnosed with Autism later in life. If you are wanting to know how to better support someone with Autism, have recently been diagnosed, or are thinking that maybe, possibly, you might be Autistic yourself (thanks TikTok), you'll want to give these resources a look.
16th April, 24 Read more
The Pain Is Real, But There Are Things That Help
This March, in a nod to endometriosis awareness month, Mel Fulton chatted with endometriosis and chronic pain advocate, co-chair of the Inquiry into Women’s Pain Sub-Committee, and founder of Private Parts Community Fi Macrae, about how to take care of yourself in the medical system and beyond when you’re experiencing pelvic pain – no matter where you’re at on the road to diagnosis.
7th March, 24 Read more
Consent Educator Chanel Contos Spoke with Madison Griffiths About Sex and Respect. Here’s What We Learnt.
Chanel Contos is well known for her work towards eradicating rape culture. In speaking with Madison Griffiths at the Wheeler Centre on Tuesday 5 March, Chanel was asked: are we making progress? Answer: it's complicated.
7th March, 24 Read more
Alva Geikie: “The Women’s Liberation movement was one of the greatest social movements of the 20th century”
We asked feminist campaigner Alva Geikie why she felt it was so important to preserve the history of the Women's Lib in Australia, and what she hopes future feminists will learn from it.
22nd February, 24 Read more
Heat Waves and Gender Gaps: Navigating the Complexities of Climate Change in Australia
Image: Chris Putman Climate change represents a universal crisis, impacting every region of our planet through extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and shifting weather patterns. In the context of this global issue, Australia emerges as a crucial example where the dynamics of gender equality and climate change intersect markedly. This article aims to elucidate how climate change intensifies gender inequalities in Australia, emphasising the imperative of addressing these disparities to pave the way for a sustainable future. Economic Disparities and Female Vulnerability Economic disparities render women particularly susceptible...
22nd February, 24 Read more
IWD 2024: What’s happening
From feminist art to music, talks to walking tours, there’s something for everyone.
22nd February, 24 Read more