Careers & Livelihoods
Glass ceilings? The challenges of leadership? Does a woman have to choose between care giving and her career?
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A Dangerous Combination?
Nicole Busby and Rebecca Zahn chart the often problematic relationship between women and organised trade unions in the UK.
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The killing of Jo Cox
Jo Shaw reflects on the murder of Jo Cox MP – an event that has sent shockwaves across the UK and beyond.
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Feminism as terrorism?
Becca Emily wonders how we arrived at a situation where some online groups liken feminism to terrorist movements.
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Celebrating transgressive celebrity
Film historian Victoria Duckett celebrates the dangerous career of 19th century actress Sarah Bernhardt.
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A ‘dangerous’ woman’s letter of resignation
Ever wanted to tell your boss what you really think? Annie Chalker writes a letter of resignation from workplace inequity.
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Contesting Myths and Struggling Realities
Romani women in Europe today: beyond the myths and stereotypes, Angéla Kóczé and Julija Sardelic discover smart and reflexive women who are constantly contesting the power structures of patriarchal society.
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Cheryl Smith explores the “sassy-brassy fab exotic friend” of her youth – a French teacher with a blonde wig and a fondness for the strap.
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What does it mean to be a dangerous (Black) woman?
Tess Ryan explores some of the leadership roles – and challenges – that Black women have taken on in Australia using the idea of the ‘angry black woman’.
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Catriona McAra and Lesley McAra write about their ancestor Charlotte Marsh, a feminist and suffragette who was imprisoned for her beliefs. They ask themselves what her legacy is in their academic and professional practice.
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