Involving men in ending violence against women: The right approach?
#MeToo, White Ribbon, HeforShe – these campaigns are a collaboration by men and women to achieve gender equity and end violence against women. In recent times, they have dominated media headlines.…
Queering Femininity: a look at ANU Sociology graduate Hannah McCann's first book
ANU Sociology graduate Dr Hannah McCann published her first book this year, titled Queering Femininity: Sexuality, Feminism and the Politics of Presentation. The book, published with…
Is there such a thing as transphobia? - gender transitions, feminism, and the new authoritarian backlash
Exciting invitation to HDRs and ECRs – Raewyn Connell masterclass on Thursday 17 May Raewyn Connell is visiting the ANU for an NTEU lunchtime seminar on 18 May and the Gender Institute is inviting…
Homeward Bound empowering women scientists
Watch Homeward Bound - An unforgettable journey of leadership for the women influencing today and tomorrow Professor Susan Scott says the 2018 Homeward Bound Expedition has allowed her to…
Cultures of sexual assault: a symposium 2-4 August 2018
While questions of sexual harassment, assault and violation have a long and widespread history, in 2017 they exploded with new energy. Under the sign of the Twitter hashtag #MeToo, narratives of…
Happy anniversary? Reflecting on marriage equality
Call for papers for Happy Anniversary? Reflecting on Marriage Equality 12th – 13th November 2018, Australian National University Confirmed speakers include: Rosemary Auchmuty – University…
Call for papers: ‘The past is a position: History, activism and privilege’
The Past is a Position: History, Activism and Privilege Keynote plenary panel speakers: Barbara Baird, Chelsea Bond, Ann Curthoys, Crystal McKinnon, Maria Nugent, Suvendrini Perera This…