ADHD awareness: “I have always felt odd in the world and didn’t know why”
"Everyone has a different experience of ADHD and until now, I have never had anyone to talk to about how my brain functions"
28th October, 22 Read more
Freya Bennett on medical gaslighting and finding answers
Why is the medical profession so quick to dismiss women's health concerns? Freya Bennett unpacks her experience.
6th October, 22 Read more
Sala Goma reflects on her feminist journey
We've been so fortunate to have Sala Goma join our small team in recent months. Here she reflects on her feminist journey, and why she's passionate about intersectional feminism, first and foremost.
1st September, 22 Read more
Talking about us, without us: a survivor’s perspective on gendered violence, disability and inclusion
If we are set upon making our communities safe from violence, we need "a shift away from able-bodied, white perspectives as default", writes Katie Brebner Griffin. Katie is a queer, dynamically disabled gendered violence activist. She's also a registered nurse, writer, and artist. Her work explores themes of abuse, survival and representation.
1st September, 22 Read more
Unbelievable: dismantling the narrative of the ‘perfect victim’ within the criminal justice system
The 'perfect victim' in the criminal justice system is a virgin. She's never had a drink. She doesn't post on social media. She's never sent an intimate message and she's unmarked in the eyes of the law. She comes forward at the perfect time. There are always witnesses to corroborate her story. She shares just enough with the public to be empathised with, but not too much, or she's hysterical. Most importantly, she doesn't exist. She's an ideal that sets every survivor up for failure, for judgement and to bear...
4th August, 22 Read more
Daughters of Durga: Dowries, Gender Violence and Family in Australia
An edited extract from Manjula Datta O’Connor's incisive investigation of domestic violence in South Asian communities, and the resilience of women in the face of adversity.
7th July, 22 Read more
Lucia Osborne-Crowley on the importance of trauma-informed care
CW: Sexual assault Lucia Osborne-Crowley is the author of I Choose Elena and My Body Keeps Your Secrets, two memoirs that deal with the aftermath of sexual trauma. Here, Lucia writes about the importance of trauma-informed care in clinical settings, and why it should be standard practice for the safety, empowerment and healing of all patients.
18th May, 22 Read more
Matters That Count: Jacqueline Emery on Affordable Childcare for All Families
Royal Far West CEO Jacqueline Emery writes why the fate of rural and remote communities in years to come depends on what we do about early learning now.
22nd April, 22 Read more
Matters That Count: What to do when you get The Great Brush Off
We all have a right to open and clear dialogue with our elected representatives. This is what to do when they to brush you off.
14th April, 22 Read more
Matters That Count: Dr Will Steffen on Climate Action
Earth System Scientist and ANU Emeritus Professor Dr Will Steffen tells VWT why climate action should be a pivotal election issue, especially for women and girls.
7th April, 22 Read more