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Sun, 16 July 2023
Almost 600 people have been arrested and more than 1100 charges have been laid in a statewide police crackdown on domestic violence targeting some of NSW’s most dangerous abusers.
Tue, 11 July 2023
Access to medical abortions will be dramatically expanded in Australia under major changes that will allow all doctors and nurse practitioners to prescribe the pregnancy termination pill, and all pharmacies to stock it.
Sun, 11 July 2023
Sydney is on track to eliminate HIV transmission by 2025, after four decades of its arrival in Australia. According to a report by the ABC, Sydney’s gaybourhoods, east and inner west Sydney, are poised to be the first place in the world to end community transmission of HIV.
Tue, 11 July 2023
The New South Wales health minister, Ryan Park, has vowed to improve the care available to transgender children and review gender research after a media report highlighted issues many people face trying to get help.
Thur, 22 June 2023
A petition calling for mandatory training for all New South Wales bar and security staff to detect drink spiking and sexual violence will be debated in parliament today, after gaining more than 20,000 signatures.
Wed, 14 Jun 2023
NSW Police officers need more training to handle domestic violence cases and should not be allowed to continue investigating their own colleagues, a new report has found.
Wed, 14 Jun 2023
As federal parliament kickstarts the final sitting a fortnight before the winter break, the conversation has been dominated by questions over who knows what about a sexual assault allegation made by former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins in 2021.
Thur, 20 April 2023
A new support program for victim-survivors of domestic violence is being called "invaluable", but there are calls to make early intervention a focus. This article contains mentions of domestic violence.
Thur, 20 April 2023
As SBS documentary series Asking For It explores sexual violence in Australia, here are the rules around consent.
This article contains detailed descriptions of sexual violence.
Mon, 17 April 2023
The Minns government says it has uncovered more than $7.1bn in fresh “financial pressures” since taking office last month, and will delay the New South Wales budget three months until September while it conducts a “line-by-line” spending review.
Tue, 4 April 2023
Actor and transgender activist Georgie Stone says she is "genuinely fearful" for her safety, describing the weeks since neo-Nazis joined an anti-trans rally as "hell".
Becoming the youngest woman to address the National Press Club in Canberra on Tuesday.
Tue, 4 April 2023
Premier Chris Minns has unveiled a pared down frontbench that includes gender parity within the Ministry for the first time in New South Wales. His frontbench consists of 22 ministers, 11 of which are women.
Wed, 29 March 2023
Almost half of Australians incorrectly believe women and men equally commit domestic violence, according to a major survey which shows "extremely troubling" community attitudes towards violence against women.
Tue, 28 March 2023
Australia's human rights record has been criticised in a new report, which says while progress has been made, the country is failing to adequately support refugees, children, and First Nations people.
Female STEM trailblazers speak out as women in science internationally celebrated
Fri, 10 Feb 2023
The Queensland University of Technology (QUT) industrial design lecturer has co-created a pain metric device for paediatric care that the state's health department is implementing as a touch point for nurses when assessing children in emergency rooms.
Sexual assault reports surge in first weeks of new online system
Fri, 27 Jan 2023
Sexual assault reports have surged in NSW just two weeks after the introduction of a new anonymous online reporting system. More than 300 reports have been lodged with NSW Police through the anonymous online portal since its launch earlier this month – nearly a third of the 936 total reports made last year.
Opposition seeks bipartisan approach after Women’s Health Centre commitment
Wed, 25 Jan 2023
NSW Labor says it is putting politics to the side and calling for bipartisan support to make sure that women’s health is made a priority.
Major parties vow to remove barriers for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence ahead of NSW election
Sat, 28 Jan 2023
Less than two months out from the New South Wales state election, both major parties are promising to remove barriers for victim-survivors of domestic violence.
Women posting information about dangerous ex-lovers 'absolutely' creating defamation risk
Wed, 8 Feb 2023
Thousands of women are turning to social media to share details of their allegedly abusive former lovers, amid concerns authorities and dating apps are failing to protect them from dangerous men.
World-first trauma centre launched in Western Sydney
Thurs, 2 Feb 2023
Children and families who have lost loved ones to homicide now have a place to go for specialised support. Grace's Place is a world-first trauma centre in Western Sydney.
National Women's Health Advisory Council to tackle medical misogyny in medicine and health care
Mon, 19 Dec 2022
"Women are in pain," writes Gabrielle Jackson in Pain and Prejudice.
"They're in pain with their periods, and while having sex; they have pelvic pain, migraines, headaches, joint aches, painful bladders, irritable bowels, sore lower backs… But women's pain is all too often dismissed, their illnesses misdiagnosed or ignored."
NSW Labor will double funding to Women’s Health Centres
Tues, 24 Jan 2023
NSW Labor will double funding for Women’s Health Centres across the state if it is elected, promising $100 million over five years.
Five health checks and jabs to get in Australia in 2023
Mon, 2 Jan 2023
Health experts are warning people in Australia not to miss out on important screenings and vaccinations this year. Here are some you should consider.
New South Wales launches online reporting for sexual assault survivors in a dozen languages
Fri, 13 Jan 2023
The reporting method, launched today, will not prompt a criminal investigation. However, police say, it will help in protecting vulnerable communities by identifying repeat offenders.
When was your last Pap smear? They're now a lot easier in Australia
Thur, 29 Dec 2022
A self-swab vaginal test became available in Australia this year and health experts hope it will boost screening rates and help wipe out HPV and cervical cancer. Here's everything you need to know.
Scotland and Spain make self-determining gender easier as new bills pass
Fri, 23 Dec 2022
The Scottish Parliament has passed a bill to make it easier for people to change their legally recognised gender.
The approval makes Scotland the first part of the UK to endorse allowing people to declare their gender on documents without the need for medical certification.
Federal government to change child abduction law to consider domestic and family violence before ruling
Mon, 12 Dec 2022
The Federal Government has changed the law to address concerns regarding the way Australian courts deal with international child abduction cases where a parent has fled domestic violence overseas.
Google reverses decision that blocked ads from an Australian abortion provider
Fri, 16 Dec 2022
Google has reinstated ads from MSI Australia after the online search giant and the abortion provider agreed on an "interim solution", but some concerns remain.
Cindy fled abuse with just $12 and the clothes she was wearing. This is how she's helping others
Sat, 26 Nov 2022
This article contains references to domestic violence.
Cindy is a 47-year-old mother of two living in rental housing in a Brisbane suburb. She is among thousands who know first-hand the challenge of starting over, after living in hiding with her daughter to escape an abusive situation.
Mariam’s centre supports 500 women a year. There’s barely enough money for four full-time staff
Fri, 9 Dec 2022
Multiple women’s health centres are on the verge of collapse amid chronic underfunding by the NSW government, leading to growing wait lists of vulnerable patients.
Secure Jobs and Funding Certainty for Community Services
Thur, 8 Dec 2022
NSW Labor will deliver more job security and funding certainty for our community services sector, by introducing longer term five year funding arrangements for key community service providers. Chris Minns media release.
Pay secrecy is now banned in Australia. Here's how that could benefit you
Tue, 6 Dec 2022
Employers argue they're needed to minimise conflict between employees, but experts say a ban on pay secrecy clauses could deliver a number of benefits.
Empowerment program at Canberra's Caroline Chisholm School helps teenage girls build confidence, community connections
Tue, 6 Dec 2022
A group of girls from Caroline Chisholm School in Canberra's south are feeling a little more ready to tackle the world, after participating in an empowerment program organised by two of their teachers.
2022 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards
Wed, 23 Nov 2022
On 1 November 2022, 9 projects were recognised for their contribution to the prevention of crime and violence in Australian communities. The winners were presented with their awards at a ceremony in Canberra by the Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP, Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities and Treasury.
NRS Won - Australian Women's Small Business Champion Awards 2022
Sun, 12 Nov 2022
Nepean Regional Security from Penrith has been named the Champion Services at the inaugural Australian Women's Small Business Champion Gala Dinner and Award Ceremony.
Australian researchers trial temporary sperm blocker in ‘gamechanger’ for men’s contraception
Fri, 11 Nov 2022
Scientists believe hydrogel injection blocks sperm supply to testicles for about two years and could be alternative to vasectomies
What can we expect from Australia's first domestic violence commissioner Micaela Cronin?
Tue, 8 Nov 2022
The new domestic, family, and sexual violence commissioner will use her second week in the role to visit Alice Springs and Darwin in the Northern Territory to hear from women and children who have experienced abuse.
Men have a 'powerful role' in stopping violence against women and it starts with 'calling out their mates'
Sat, 29 Oct 2022
Men can make a powerful difference by speaking up if they notice their friends behaving in a derogatory way towards women, according to a leading researcher. Queensland University of Technology professor Michael Flood said some men may not realise the comfort their friends have with derogatory behaviour.
Micaela Cronin a former social worker named the new domestic violence commissioner
Thur, 27 Oct 2022
The federal government has appointed a former social worker with experience leading homelessness and human rights organisations as Australia's first Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner after dumping the Coalition's pick earlier this year.
Governments release joint strategy seeking to end violence against women and children within a generation
Mon, 17 Oct 2022
Federal, state and territory governments have pledged to end violence against women and children in Australia within "one generation", although it is unclear if additional funding will be committed in next week's budget to support the ambitious goal.
COVID-19 mandatory isolation is lifting. How can I best protect myself against infection?
Thur, 13 Oct 2022
Australia's clocked a total of more than 10 million confirmed cases of COVID-19. There's plenty of virus still circulating too, with thousands of cases added to the tally each week and still more likely slipping under the radar.
Alcohol had become my security blanket. Quitting drinking has changed my life.
Fri, 7 Oct 2022
Sophie Scott says drinking had become the opposite of the life she was trying to live.
Push to give sexual assault complainants ‘complete immunity’ from defamation suits
Mon, 3 Oct 2022
Sexual assault and harassment complainants would have an immunity against being sued for defamation over reports to police and other authorities under a proposal being considered nationally.
Questions raised about NSW Minister for Women's Safety's understanding of need for Illawarra trauma recovery centre
Fri, 26 Aug 2022
Campaigners for an Australian-first trauma recovery centre in the Illawarra region say they are astonished at the New South Wales Minister for Women's Safety Natalie Ward's excuse for not funding the centre.
Sexual assaults are at an all-time high. Why talking to your child about abuse is so important
Sat, 20 Aug 2022
Kelly Humphries was just eight years old when her Uncle Robert sexually abused her. When she was about 12 her mother asked if he had ever touched her. Her response was no.
Signs of domestic abuse trigger 'are you safe at home' question from concerned parent
Tue, 10 May 2022
At first it was just little things that made Susan* suspect there were issues in her daughter's relationship. Jennifer's* partner was often missing at important family occasions like Christmas.
How colonialism is a major cause of domestic abuse against women around the world
Mon, 25 April 2022
One in three women around the world will experience violence from an intimate partner at some point in their lifetime. That is a shocking figure... Via The Conversation
How does preferential voting work in Australia?
Fri, 22 April 2022
Australians are preparing to head to the polls to decide which party will run the country for the next three years.
To do this, the election uses a preferential voting system for the House of Representatives (the lower house) and the Senate (the upper house).
Domestic violence survivor to run 1,100km from Broken Hill to Melbourne to raise awareness
Fri, 15 April 2022
Sandy Suckling has run all over the world but didn't always have a passion for running.
As a domestic violence survivor, she has used running as an escape, a distraction, and eventually as a way to slowly heal from her trauma.
Women's Health Centres across NSW request $1m each in state budget in order to meet demand
Tue, 15 March 2022
The 21 Women's Health Centres across New South Wales have come together to call on the state government to increase their funding as the demand for services skyrockets. Via ABC
Prime Minister's department takes down 'phallic' Women's Network logo after criticism
Tue, 15 March 2022
The federal government has removed a widely-mocked logo for the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet's (PM&C) Women's Network after it was criticised for its "phallic" appearance. Via ABC
Gender Pay Gap Bot calls out brands tweeting about International Women's Day while paying women less than men
Fri, 11 March 2022
Striking fear into the hearts of CEOs, a lowly Twitter bot exposing corporate hypocrisy left a trail of carnage through this year's International Women's Day. Via ABC
“超越分診”：推動女性家庭暴力創傷康復中心的發展壯大
2021 年 12 月 10 日星期五
向伊拉瓦拉婦女健康中心的婦女創傷康復中心發布報告。通過 ABC 新聞
Consent education to be added to Australian school curriculum from next year
Thurs 17 Feb 2022
Education on consent will be made mandatory in all Australian schools, after state and federal ministers unanimously agreed. Via ABC.
為居住在新南威爾士州的跨性別者推出了開創性的數字平台
2021 年 3 月 21 日
由 ACON Media and Communication 的 David Alexander 撰寫。
通過 ACON
What are pronouns and why are they important?
Tues 25 May 2021
It is important to respect people's pronouns. You can't always know what someone's pronouns are by looking at them. Via Minus18.
Marilyn Monroe is a Feminist Icon
Sun 23 May 2021
But the male patriarchy saw her as nothing more than a sex icon
如何保持安全並幫助防止 COVID 傳播
最後更新：2021 年 12 月 15 日
採取措施保持健康和安全，同時幫助阻止 COVID-19 的傳播。
通過新南威爾士州政府
'Moving beyond triage': Push for women's domestic violence trauma recovery centre grows
Fri 10 Dec 2021
The launch of a report into a women's trauma recovery centre at the Illawarra Women's Health Centre. Via ABC News
聯邦政府任命家庭、家庭和性暴力委員會
2021 年 11 月 24 日星期三
聯邦政府將成立一個家庭、家庭和性暴力委員會，以確保在下一個終止暴力侵害婦女和兒童行為的國家計劃下實現“真正和切實”的改進。
尊重@工作：性騷擾全國調查報告（2020 年）
2020 年 3 月 5 日星期四
性別歧視專員凱特詹金斯的完整報告和前言。
通過澳大利亞人權委員會
你真的需要體外受精嗎？一種新的在線工具可以幫助您權衡您的選擇
2020 年 2 月 3 日星期日
知道何時走試管嬰兒路線可能是一個艱難的決定。一個新的在線指南現在可以估計您在接受和不接受治療的情況下受孕的機會。 通過 SBS 新聞
隨著有爭議的法案通過最終投票，新南威爾士州的墮胎合法化
2019 年 9 月 26 日星期四
在下議院進行最後投票後，新南威爾士州的墮胎已被合法化。
通過 ABC 新聞
