Physicist Dr Maria Parappilly who leads the SA node of the national Science 50:50 program.

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Targeting more girls in STEM careers

Gender bias, both unconscious and conscious, is being challenged by the Science 50:50 program which aims to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers for girls and young women.

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How can gender diversity in leadership be boosted?

Gender diversity in leadership is important not only for a progressive and fair society, but also for our economy and labour market – yet it’s taking a long time to see change. Here are four tips for improvement in your organisation

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Being transgender is not a mental illness

Moves towards declassifying being transgender as a disorder reflect growing recognition of the rights of transgender people and would make it easier for them access to specialist services, writes Associate Professor Damien Riggs.

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SA law will make it easier to change registered gender

A new law will enable South Australians to change their registered gender on their birth certificate without having to provide evidence they have undergone surgery or hormone treatment.

Opinion

Making SA a leader in equality again

South Australia is no longer a leader in protecting the community against discrimination, particularly in the area of gender diversity. However, writes Sarah Moulds, detailed work by the Law Reform Institute could help us regain that mantle.