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Grace Papers is designed for working parents and caregivers, by working parents and caregivers. We are here to provide you with support, knowledge and confidence – and a vision and plan – for your career ambition, that still gives you the freedom to care for self, care for others and care for the community.
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Research shows that taking parental leave and working flexibly can expose you to unintended biases that can impact your career goals. It’s a systemic issue, but our strategies, guidance and support ensure you keep in touch and remain visible to keep your career on track.
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In a recent Live Coaching, Xero’s Camilla Britton shared how she showed up for herself, her family and her team whilst starting a new job in the pandemic.
As we return to the office, do you know what kind of flexible work is best for you or your team? Prue Gilbert explores how to support leaders through Flex.
Parenting neurodiverse kids is highly personal and ultimately something that no one else can do for you. It’s important to have a plan for how to deal with unsolicited advice.
Jess shares the story of her daughter Lilly, and how workplaces can support bereaved parents with empathy and understanding as they return to work.
Ambition bias, gender bias and caregiving bias are real barriers in women's careers. Here are tips for employers to support women as they transition back to work after taking parental leave.
Prue Gilbert, Grace Paper's CEO reflects on how to create healthy workplaces by taking the stigma out of flex working.
When it comes to women in the workplace, we hear a lot about barriers to leadership. But for new and expectant parents, there’s another barrier they come across much sooner in their careers: the parental wall.
Workplaces should empower psychological safety for all people regardless of gender, and gender equality should be the norm, not the exception.
Ahead of International Women's Day next week we were joined by the Victorian Minister for Women - Gabrielle Williams MP, and other guest speakers from across government to reflect upon the changes that are happening and still need to happen.
Maddy shares their experience as a gender-diverse person in the workplace, and what you can do to support LGBTQIA+ co-workers.
Privilege, Power & Leader’s Accountability – What Brittany Higgins and Grace Tame asked of all of us
The latest thought leadership on gender equality in the workplace from Grace Paper’s CEO Prue Gilbert.
Grace Papers has partnered with the University of Melbourne to create a MicroCert in Gender Bias and Discrimination in Data. Find out how you can apply data in decision making processes at our organisation that is free of gender bias.
Our newest blog features the latest thought leadership on gender equality in the workplace from Grace Paper’s CEO Prue Gilbert.
Alongside being a foster parent, Zoe Weston, Manager Practice and Permanency for New England, Department Communities & Justice, had a 20 year career in child protection. She shares her experience of balancing care and career.
Origin Energy’s employees can enjoy a culture of inclusion, respect and understanding with intersex awareness training and all-gender bathrooms.
Live coaching events
Our live coaching events help our community connect and find their voice on issues that matter. Sessions are virtual and feature an inspiring range of professionals and industry leaders who share both their expertise and lived experience, as we address everything from career and care to health and happiness. Best of all, the coaching format invites you to ask your questions too.
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“I really appreciated the chance to participate in recent Grace Papers online events. It felt like an opportunity to celebrate the workplace flexibility that was being simultaneously experienced by all the participants as a result of the COVID restrictions at the time. Grace Papers and its program has always provided me with the reassurance that ‘I am not alone’ and given me strength to really consider what I want my work to look like after having children.
From these recent events, the question of ‘what sparks joy in your role’ really struck a chord with me. I’ve also thought a lot more about the rituals in my life that are important to me and how best to work with those around me to communicate my needs. It encouraged me to ponder the value of the softer leadership skills in today’s world. I have also thought a lot more about the role models and potential sponsors in my life that can further assist me in working towards a fulfilling return to work.”
Elspeth DeFanti
Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning Victoria
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