Is it time to move on from gender equality?

Given the level of focus on gender equality in Australian workplaces over several decades, one would be forgiven for thinking that the issue is as good as solved. Or is it? That’s what we tackle at this year’s Debate as we hash out the question – is it time to move on from gender equality?

Workplaces and the wider world have already made such great strides on gender equality, so is it time to focus on other aspects of diversity that have been neglected?

Or does the #MeToo movement, persistent gender stereotypes, the gender pay gap, and the continued under-representation of women in leadership prove that there’s much more to be done?

What’s more, when we talk about gender equality, how are we ensuring it means equality for people of ALL genders?

Join MC Tony Jones, one of Australia's most respected journalists, for the 10th Anniversary Debate to find out!

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Our panellists include:

FOR THE AFFIRMATIVE -

Yes, it’s time to move on from gender equality

Head and shoulder photo of Deborah Homewood

Deborah Homewood (She/Her)
Managing Director, MAX

Deborah is the Managing Director of MAX, a human services business specialising in Health, Training and Employment, and a strong advocate of equal opportunity as a fundamental right.

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Sean Choolburra (He/Him)
Comedian

As one of Australia's most enduring comedians, Sean's work includes his NITV series Express Yourself, guest roles on ABC’s Playschool and children’s TV program Bluey. Recent credits are ABC's Black Comedy and upcoming film The Furnace.

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Carly Findlay OAM (She/Her)
Writer, Speaker and Appearance Activist

Carly works part time as Melbourne Fringe’s Access Advisor. Outside of Fringe, she is a writer, speaker and appearance activist. She’s published a memoir called Say Hello, and edited the highly acclaimed anthology Growing Up Disabled in Australia.

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FOR THE NEGATVE -

No, it’s not time to move on from gender equality

Sami Shah (He/Him)
Writer, Comedian, Journalist

Sami is a multi-award winning comedian, writer, journalist and broadcaster. He has been a frequent guest on The Project, ABC’s The Drum, been a panelist on Q&A, and also appeared on QI with Stephen Fry.

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Head and shoulders photo of Mary Wooldridge

Mary Wooldridge (She/Her)
Director, Workplace Gender Equality Agency

Mary is the Director of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency. She was previously a member of the Victorian Parliament, including serving as Minister for Mental Health, Community Services and Women’s Affairs.

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Zac Cannell (He/They)
Therapist, Trainer, Activist

Zac, who is a man of transgender lived experience, is well known in the LGBTIQA+ community locally and nationally as a prominent human rights activist, educator, public speaker, and health professional.

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