When Michael Cherny came out at Deloitte in 2019, he didn’t expect to become a trailblazer in the corporate world. Since then, in speaking engagements, articles, and on the internet, he’s told his story to more than a million people. While everyone’s experience is different, and there’s no right or wrong way to come out as trans at work, Cherny presents a three-phase framework for thinking through what can happen before, during, and after coming out. This framework draws on his own experience and interviews with other professionals.

Kirsty Robertson, CEO of Caritas Australia, shares some advice for those in the social sector on how to acknowledge the hardships going on around you, while recognising that you are not responsible for the overall outcome – only for the part you play.

Read our Q&A with International Aid and Development expert Dr Bosibori Bett. A beneficiary of the Aid program (Australian Aid), Dr Bett has a vast background in the sector and lots of insights to contribute to WiAD.

Our recent sessions in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney focused on working with managing contractors. Not only did our incredible speakers share their valuable experiences and insights but they also busted a lot of myths about working for Managing Contractors, NGOs and government.

Women in Aid & Development is pleased to announce the appointment of two new directors, Vivian Chordi and Lisa Smyth, who took up their roles in May 2021.

After sharing her inspiring insights about women’s leadership in the aid and development sector at our International Women’s Day event last month, Rosie agreed to have a one-on-one chat with us about her career thus far and the importance of being conscious of our self-talk, especially when it comes to achieving leadership roles.

Being promoted from the frontlines to a managerial position may seem like a step up. But for some, this new role can be disenchanting, resulting in good employees leaving their positions.

To celebrate International Women’s Day, we partnered with ACFID to host an insightful, spirited and engaging discussion with incredible leaders from the sector. Watch the full video here!

Every year on the 8 March, countries across the globe commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) where women are recognised for their achievements and as a rallying point to continue to build support for women's rights and participation in the political and economic arenas.

At this event, our speakers discussed the very real and tangible differences they have made through development and humanitarian programs that support people with disabilities. Watch the full discussion!

The global pandemic has caused a massive shift in how most people live their lives. If your day is dominated by back-to-back video conferences, these strategies can help you set the boundaries you need to avoid burnout.

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace is not only important for a successful business – it’s fundamental. Achieved best through cognitive diversity that yields varied views, thoughts and opinions, a diverse workplace is much more than something done to simply tick the box.

let’s face it: Even with a proper home workspace and glamour lighting for Zoom calls, some people just aren’t going to be successful working from home full-time. Here are the questions to ask to find out who is succeeding.

Understanding these leadership mistakes, and how they impact your team, will help you identify those who are at flight risk, and make changes that may convince them to stay.

The Covid-19 crisis has middle managers squeezed. What can you do to stay focused and upbeat during this uncertain time? How can you learn to reframe the situation you’re facing? Who can you vent to? And, what can you do to recharge when most of your usual outlets aren’t available?

Podcasts are a great way to learn from experts in development.

Here are just a few of our current favourites.

Establishing Australia as a global leader on gender equality.

A summary of research presented by the authors in the session, ‘Feminist foreign policy: a new approach for a new era‘, at the 2020 Australasian AID Conference.

Read These Books to Help You Stay Resilient and Optimistic.

Adjusting to our new normal can be challenging, but social distancing can also offer an opportunity to read more, and learn more.