November 7th, 2016 •
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November 13th, 2019 •
Akua Danso, co-founder of Black Females in Architecture, is hosting the second BFA international Meet & Greet in Melbourne at Brickworks.
November 6th, 2019 •
Transformations : Action on Equity brings together an extraordinary group of researchers, professionals and activists who are changing the way we think about gender in the built environment.
Many women face the relentless challenge of balancing their job with the lion's share of domestic labour and parenting duties. Emma Williamson explores the issues.
QGEC October 23rd, 2019 •
The Queensland Gender Equity Committee ‘Let’s talk about flex!’ event canvassed four approaches for flexible work, with speakers talking directly of their personal experiences.
Why are women paid less and what can we do about it? Catalina Consultants’ Merilyn Speiser reflects on a recent KPMG and Diversity Council report into the gender pay gap.
Designer and academic Jane Connory outlines her research on the invisibility of women in Australian graphic design and the work needed to achieve more equitable outcomes.
Crone Architects COO and NSW President of the Institute Kathlyn Loseby reflects on the importance of stretching yourself, avoiding complacency and trying to do one thing every day that scares you.
In an interview with Sarah Akigbogun, Sharon Egretta Sutton reflects on action and rebellion in the 1960s, the poisonous effects of income inequality, and the urgent need for disruption today.
The BILT ANZ Committee has significantly increased the number of women attending and speaking at their annual event through awareness raising and a sponsorship initiative, says Ceilidh Higgins.
September 18th, 2019 •
Architects Male Champions of Change foundation group has developed a range of strategies and resources specifically targeted for architectural practices.
Julie Eizenberg joined Justine Clark to reflect on inspirational teachers, the creative potential of being an outsider, and the critical role of architecture as a social medium.
September 16th, 2019 •
Parlour is delighted to announce that WikiD: women, Wikipedia, design has been shortlisted for the Beazley Designs of the Year Award at the London Design Museum.
A move from Argentina to Australia has taught Fernanda Eusebio to be independent, open-minded and to embrace opportunities that come her way.
Professor Julie Willis reflects on turning points in her career, the benefits of seizing opportunities, the impact of gendered assumptions, and being comfortable in her own skin.
Warwick Mihaly argues that we must challenge the system that demands both merit and long hours to attain acclaim and advancement in architecture.
