• 02 Aug 2012 2:08 PM | Deleted user

    The Director of the Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Agency (EOWA), Helen Conway, called for organisations to set clear numerical targets for appointing women to leadership and management positions, following the release today of a report by KPMG on ASX-listed companies’ response to ASX Corporate Governance Council’s recommendations relating to gender diversity.

    To read the full Media Release go to:  Call for Gender Targets – EOWA August 2012

     


  • 22 May 2012 2:12 PM | Deleted user

    To read the latest Communique from Freda Miriklis, BPWI International President please go to the following BPWI May 2012 Communique


  • 07 May 2012 2:21 PM | Deleted user

    (9 July 1923 to 12 May 2012)
    Past BPW International President and Past Australian President

    BPW has lost a true icon with the passing of Beryl Nashar on 12 May 2012 and she served the women in the world with passion and commitment. Beryl will always be remembered and honoured by BPW Australia as there is a perpetual trophy “Beryl Nashar Women of Achievement Award” The recipient of the Award is a member who has demonstrated the same qualities as Beryl who believed that:    We should work hard and be prepared to accept responsibility. 

    To read the BPWA President, Marilyn Forsythe’s, tribute to Beryl please see the attachment:   VALE – Beryl Nashar

  • 02 May 2012 2:24 PM | Deleted user

    Australia’s appointment to the UN Women Executive Board will further strengthen our commitment to women’s empowerment, Foreign Minister Bob Carr said today. Australia and Solomon Islands will both take up seats on the UN Women Executive Board from 1 January 2013, providing a unique opportunity to increase the profile of issues facing women in the Pacific, in particular the prevalence of violence against women. “When I met with Michelle Bachelet, Executive Director of UN Women, earlier this month, I reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to the cause of gender equality,” Senator Carr said.

    For full details read the Foreign Minister’s Press Release:  Australian Seat on UN Women Executive Board Apr12


  • 20 Apr 2012 3:26 PM | Deleted user

    Media Release from BPWA President 16th April 2012  MR16Apr12 – Women in the Workforce Winning


  • 20 Apr 2012 2:26 PM | Deleted user

    Media Release from BPWA President 16th April 2012  MR16Apr12 – Women in the Workforce Winning


  • 02 Apr 2012 2:29 PM | Deleted user

    BPW Australia responds to the Inquiry in to the Equal Opportunity for Women in the Workplace Amendment Bill 2012.   BPW Australia supports the expansion of the Act to men and all employers and employees in the workplace by amending the short title of the Act to Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012. With a primary focus of increasing women’s full participation in the workforce, BPW Australia is cognizant of the structural changes required by business to deliver equal opportunity and flexible workplaces for all employees – men and women.  The renaming of the Agency serves to reinforce this.

    The full statement is attached:  Equal Opportunity in the Workplace Amendment Bill 2012



  • 14 Mar 2012 2:30 PM | Deleted user

    BPW Australia congratulates the organisations recognised as EOWA  ‘Employers of Choice for Women’ on 13 March.

    BPW Australia National President Marilyn Forsythe said, “It is a benefit to working women in Australia that 125 companies have met the criteria for the ‘EOWA Employer of Choice for Women’. These are companies that realise women can make a positive difference to their business culture and the balance sheet. We hope that next year the list will multiply as organisations see increasing the number of women as a positive factor in all aspects of their business. BPW Australia encourages you to make your money talk and do business with these 125 companies and show your support for the difference they’re making.”

    For all the details and the full list of organisations go to EOWA

  • 08 Mar 2012 3:57 PM | Deleted user

    Around the world, 8 March is marked in many different ways. For some it’s a designated public holiday, for others it’s a day to give gifts such as flowers and chocolates, and especially recognise mothers.

    Whatever you’re doing today, take a moment to think about what International Women’s Day symbolises. It’s a day to celebrate, respect, appreciate and honour the women in our lives. A day to honour women’s economic, political and social achievements. A day to acknowledge women’s political and human rights.  And a day to increase political and social awareness to prompt action on the ongoing challenge for freedom that women face worldwide.


  • 08 Mar 2012 2:39 PM | Deleted user

    Speech from UN Women Australia Forum, National Press Club, Canberra, 6 March 2012

    Julie Collins speech 060312


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