“Seeing 30,000 people turn out on the streets for the peace march after her murder and seeing the way that people were engaging around issues affecting women.” Renee Carr. We are living in a unique moment in Australia’s history. Family violence is … Continue reading
“The few things you are afraid of, you’ve just built up a perception of it, it’s entirely a mental game.” Holly Ransom. At the time of writing, Holly Ransom’s last tweet reads: “fitness friends, I need to pick up a wetsuit … Continue reading
Kerry Armstrong, Artist. You really can be assured that the woman behind Kerry Armstrong Art understands that life is a gift. During a visit to her new garden studio (near the shores of Brighton beach) I discovered a woman as welcoming, spontaneous … Continue reading
“To those people who say women, aren’t strong.. get stuffed!” Michelle Payne, Melbourne Cup Winner. Well said, Michelle Payne! The thirty-year-old who has just rode home to win the Melbourne Cup on the formidable Prince of Penzance. She has landed in the history … Continue reading
“I’ve had to push through lots of fear: literal fear for my safety but also fear of failure. The worst thing I can do for me – for my mental and emotional health – is not do it.” Zoe Daniel. … Continue reading
It’s wonderful to see the work being done by the lobby group ‘Male Champions of Change’– convened by former Sex Discrimination Commissioner Elizabeth Broderick. Women account for 20 per cent of directors on ASX 200 boards and there are reportedly … Continue reading
The When Liz Dawes was caring for her 17-year-old son Robert Connor during his brain cancer battle she received an anonymous delivery of flowers with a note attached. It read: Be fearless. This random act of kindness infused her with the strength she … Continue reading
And in news just in… our community continues to make a positive impact in the world. We get it done! Engaging Women has just won the White Ribbon NIght ‘highest women’ fundraising award! This just landed in my inbox from the White Ribbon Foundation Marketing … Continue reading
WHY SPONSORS ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN MENTORS: There’s a buzz surrounding women finding our own ‘engagement strategy.’ It involves enlisting a sponsor, someone who is going to advocate on our behalf and actively advance our careers. While mentors are a fantastic resource throughout our professional … Continue reading
Tom Goodwin’s observations make us realise the world is changing at mind-warping speed. There’s nothing to fear, it’s a time of enormous possibility. Particularly when it comes to navigating our own careers. “Leadership in the 21st century is much more about empowering networks … Continue reading