On the eve of International Women's Day, our expert panel celebrated women and gender in the emergency sector and discussed what the research is telling us about the way forward.
Women’s economic empowerment is central to a gender equal world. When women are given equal opportunities to earn, learn and lead – entire communities thrive.
Watch the recording below.
Panellists:
- Dr Tegan Larin - Research Fellow, School of Design, Monash University
- Kate Brown - Project Officer, NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
- Stephanie Andrade - Manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, AFAC, Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience
- Loriana Bethune - Research & Innovation Manager, Gender and Disaster Australia
Our expert panel discussed what research is telling us about women and gender in natural hazards and disaster. The direction of the broader emergency services and emergency management sector was also covered, as well as the crucial role of women in natural hazards resilience.
Tegan, Kate, Stephanie and Loriana showcased ways investment in women can be improved, as well as sharing their firsthand knowledge of initiatives that are already investing in women and leading the way for our sector. Join us to celebrate International Women's Day 2024.