International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. There are thousands of events – global gatherings, conferences, awards, exhibitions, festivals, fun runs, corporate events, concert performances, speaking events, online … Continue reading
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HOW TO ATTRACT WOMEN & GIRLS TO ICT
Interview with ACS - Diversity How far have we come?
“There’s a war for talent. Women need to go where they’re celebrated, not tolerated.” Rohini Kappadath, Senior advisor India Business Practice, KPMG. It was very refreshing to start the day at ACS Victoria’s “Diversity – how far have we come?” breakfast at … Continue reading
10 PUBLIC SPEAKING TIPS
Standing on the National Press Club dias in front of esteemed guests including Federal Minister for Women Michaelia Cash was both exhilarating and intimidating. Truth is, I cannot recall a public speaking gig when I have walked on stage without … Continue reading
OUR NATIONAL LIBRARY SELECTION
ENGAGING WOMEN CELEBRATES NATIONAL LIBRARY AUSTRALIA SELECTION We were over the moon to be selected by The National Library of Australia to be preserved and enjoyed by readers through its digital archives. “We don’t collect every Australian website but … Continue reading
WOMEN MAKING HISTORY: AFLW
I’m just coming down from the high of witnessing today’s NAB AFLW official season launch. Watching business woman Susan Alberti grace the stage with eight fine athletes and a shiny women’s premiership cup is something I doubt I’ll ever forget. Love the game … Continue reading
EVER CONSIDERED JOINING A BOARD?
Inspired by this week’s engaging woman Hayley Baillie and her role as a board member? Although her extensive tourism experience led to her being approached for the role there’s no reason we can’t forge our own path. If you want … Continue reading
WHY DIGITAL PROOF MATTERS
Confession: I was once one of the many journalists who feared and resisted the digital revolution, refusing to open a Facebook account because I was hoping it would all go away. Like the rest of my profession I’ve been forced to adapt to the new … Continue reading
ADVANCING WOMEN'S VOICES IN PUBLIC LIFE
One of the things I enjoy most about appearing on an all-female SKY news panel is I get to put other women forward for the role. The success rate has been pretty good and Derryn Hinch is certainly very open to suggestions for both … Continue reading
CLARE'S HOME, THE FISHERMAN'S SHACK
Interview with Clare O'Donoghue
Clare O’Donoghue grew up in the seaside town of Ocean Grove on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula. The laid-back lifestyle has resulted in her appreciating the simple joys in life. Her home is an unapologetic palette of delicious colour. Exactly the kind of nest you’d expect from a wonderful abstract … Continue reading
AMBASSADORS FOR GOOD RAISE THOUSANDS FOR STRENGTHENING FAMILY CONNECTIONS
WHO: Naomi Arnold Ambassador for Good CAUSE: Strengthening Family Connections EVENT: Screening of Dream, Girl Film at Rosslyn Bay Resort Yeppoon SPONSORS: Busi Women Inc Guests at Rosslyn Bay Resort attending Naomi Arnold’s Ambassador event. Photo – DMK Photographics. Naomi Arnold … Continue reading