For everyone Women’s matters: zero tolerance to gendered violence 16 Jul 2024 How many minutes of silence is enough to stop gendered violence in our workplaces?
For everyone Film review: Sunflower 14 Jul 2024 This Melbourne-set queer drama reminds us that coming out can still be complicated for teens navigating their way through the world.
For everyone With pride 21 Apr 2024 At this year’s Pride march in St Kilda, AEU members once again showed up in colourful solidarity with our LGBTQIA+ members, students, and community.
For everyone Prouder than ever: union members march at Midsumma 4 Apr 2023 The union contingent was bigger than ever at this year’s Midsumma Pride march in February.
For everyone Queerstralia, ABC TV 3 Apr 2023 Comedian-turned-documentarian Zoë Coombs Marr hosts a rollicking three-part series offering a bracing sweep of the country’s oft-obscured LGBTQIA+ history.
For everyone Out and proud: making school a more welcoming place for LGBTI students 3 Apr 2023 Teacher Paula Connolly was determined to give LGBTQIA+ students a say in how the curriculum spoke about (or ignored) them.
Schools The price of pride 20 Sep 2022 Everyone deserves respect at school but, for LGBTQIA+ teachers, coming out can still feel fraught with danger.
Schools Supporting trans kids 20 Sep 2022 As a child of the seventies, HEATHER GALLAGHER thought she was a ‘woke’ parent. Then her child came out as trans.
Schools New educators: Building an inclusive classroom 7 Jul 2022 With the right approach to inclusive education, we can build a supportive, adaptive community, empowering learners and teachers alike.
Schools Drawing attention 13 Dec 2021 Casual relief teacher Jessica Walton has written the graphic novel she wanted to read as a queer, disabled teen, and hopes others see themselves in it too.
For everyone Staying up in lockdown: Students and mental health 13 Sep 2021 The mental health of students is a priority for school staff as we continue to wade through endless lockdowns. Thankfully, there are many places providing valuable advice and support.
For everyone Let’s get physical 4 Jul 2021 North Melbourne Football Club captain Emma Kearney finds the perfect balance between a sporting life and a calling to education.
For everyone Getting honest about sexuality 6 Apr 2021 Young adult author Holden Sheppard argues queer sexuality needs to be depicted openly and honestly to safeguard student’s mental health.
Schools Never over the rainbows: pride and safety in Victorian schools 3 Aug 2019 Marriage equality might be a hard-won reality in Australia, but statistics show there’s a long way to go to achieve true equality, happiness and security for LGBTIQA+ students.