NRA launches retail-first guide this Wear It Purple Day

The National Retail Association (NRA) has called for greater awareness and action to support transgender people in the retail...

The National Retail Association (NRA) has called for greater awareness and action to support transgender people in the retail industry, as it marks ‘Wear it Purple’ Day by launching a new publication for employers, the ‘Guide to Creating Trans Inclusive Workplaces’. NRA CEO Dominique Lamb highlighted, “As the largest employer...

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Are you ready for five generations in the workplace?

As part of its commitment to helping businesses prosper, the Australian Chamber is launching a new conference series called...

As part of its commitment to helping businesses prosper, the Australian Chamber is launching a new conference series called NextGen in Business, bringing together top global and local thinkers to share their skills and experiences. For the first time in history five generations will be working together. The NextGen series...

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Engaging men on gender inequality

Not standing up against workplace gender inequality, or just not recognising it when it happens? A new report from the...

Not standing up against workplace gender inequality, or just not recognising it when it happens? A new report from the Diversity Council of Australia has suggested that the most significant barrier to getting men to speak up about gender inequality in the workplace, is that they’re often completely unaware it’s...

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The power of the purse

Women make 85% of consumer purchase decisions and research shows women support brands which support gender equality. How can...

Women make 85% of consumer purchase decisions and research shows women support brands which support gender equality. How can your business access this Female Economy (or 'Femeconomy') purchasing power? In Australia alone during 2015-16 women spent $198.9 billion. Femeconomy is a social enterprise, role modelling Female Leadership and Entrepreneurship, and...

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A Few Wise Words from Some Witty Women

Who runs the world? As Beyoncé postulates – girls. We have seen strong women rise to the top of...

Who runs the world? As Beyoncé postulates – girls. We have seen strong women rise to the top of their field, be they the arts, business or politics. The benefit of this go beyond equity and social justice – research from La Trobe University found a positive link between...

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