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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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Articles
We reflect on why its important for the courts do more to prosecute workplace discrimination cases.
This week we are reminded the importance of being brave and calling sexism out when we see it.
In light of the widespread workplace discrimination within the AFP we take a look at what workplaces can do to stamp out discrimination in organisations.
Yesterday I had the privilege of lunching with a couple of female footballers currently playing with the Western Bulldogs. Their stories are truly extraordinary, and there were many moments when I found myself wiping the tears from my eyes!
We take a look at former Seven News employee Talitha Cummins’ decision to pursue her case for workplace discrimination in the Federal Court.
We draw on the Boston Consulting Groups suggestions as to how to improve the ambition gap within workplaces and improve women’s sense of belonging in organisations.
We address the importance of ensuring that mothers in your workplace continue to feel valid upon returning to work after a period of parental leave.
We explain why its crucial that when returning to work mothers ensure that they stay true to their professional vision
Some tips to ensure that as a mother you allow your partner to become invested in your child’s care.
There’s a Wendy Heath painting in my parent’s home depicting what I like to think is an image of a woman capable of anything. This image reminds me constantly that the juggler is a formidable woman.
We take a look at what men have to gain from gender equality both in and out of the workplace.
Here are the top 10 things to stop saying to pregnant employees in your workplace.
We take a look at why the gender pay gap continues to manifest within organisations.
The Australian Human Rights Commission’s findings surrounding sexual assault on university campuses isn’t surprising, here’s why.
Here are some of our top tips for employers who are supporting pregnant staff members and those employees that are preparing to return to work.
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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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