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Over-mentored, under-sponsored: the leadership act that moves the pay gap
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Over-mentored, under-sponsored: the leadership act that moves the pay gap

Every year, Equal Pay Day arrives to remind us of two numbers. This year they're 21.1% and 48 — the national gender pay gap, and the extra days the average...

Prue Gilbert
Prue Gilbert Founder and CEO of Grace Papers Lawyer and Gender Equality expert
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Reflections on a Tragedy

I try to maintain a twice weekly yoga practice. And, in our busy life, the best time for me to go to yoga...

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6 Things the Abbott Government Should Do

Its been said time and time again, that what gets measured, gets done. We echo the comments of Mike Smith –...

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UNESCO Mobile Learning Week – Cherie Blair

Cherie Blair’s inspiring keynote address at UNESCO’s Mobile Learning Week today was a great call to action...

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day with small kids

The meaning of Valentine’s Day changes as we age; from the flower given to you by the boy who usually...

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When should I start the program?

Whether you’re pregnant, on leave or have returned to work there’s a lot to benefit from doing the Grace Papers...

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Can I continue to breastfeed once I’ve returned to work?

Yes, you can absolutely breastfeed at work! Australian law provides that if you wish to continue breastfeeding after...

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Is it a good idea to bring my baby into work when I return?

Once we emerge from the baby haze, many of us look forward to sharing our proudest achievement with our colleagues. But...

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How should I dress when I tell my manager I am pregnant?

For such an important conversation you might want to think about how you feel and dress. It is central that you feel...

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Can I be forced to take my maternity leave at a particular time?

If a pregnant employee wants to work in the 6 weeks before her due date her employer can ask for a medical certificate...

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I want to start maternity leave 3 weeks before my baby is due but my employer wants me to start 6 weeks before I’m due, when must it start?

Your period of maternity leave may start up to 6 weeks before the expected date of birth of your child (or earlier if...

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Where can I find out more about my legal rights?

The legislation and your entitlements surrounding pregnancy and parental leave can be difficult to navigate. There are...

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Can I be made redundant while I am on parental leave?

Being made redundant can happen to anyone, at anytime including while you are pregnant or on parental leave, provided...

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