Gender Equality

Dr. Susan Harwood is a distinguished Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Specialist at the University of Western Australia, combining academic research with practical implementation of gender equality initiatives. Her PhD thesis "Gendering Change: An Immodest Manifesto for Intervening in Masculinist Organisations" earned the Industrial Relations prize at UWA. With extensive experience in both developed and developing countries, she has worked on significant projects including a 12-month deployment as a Gender Equality Specialist in Timor-Leste with DFAT. Her expertise spans workplace bullying investigation, sexual harassment prevention, and organizational culture transformation. She has contributed to international publications, including "Engaging Men in Building Gender Equality," and regularly presents at global conferences. As an educator, she leads the Gender Equality course at UWA, focusing on legal frameworks, intersectionality, and practical implementation of gender equality initiatives. Her work emphas

Dr. Jacquie Hutchinson is an experienced lecturer and Equity and Diversity Advisor with a robust background in executive people management roles across education, industrial relations, and media. Her research focuses on leadership, employment, and organizational development, with particular interests in leadership team development, conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion, and workforce planning. Dr. Hutchinson has a strong track record in diversity and inclusion-based research, aiming to drive change in employment practices, community participation, and educational settings. Through her work, she advocates for equitable practices that foster inclusive environments in various sectors.