This video describes the sexist double standards in how men and women are described in english and the way certain words have been gendered and how that has changed over time.
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Journey of health and wellbeing – WA Health
This video was produced by WA Department of Health, Aboriginal Health Policy Directorate, based on an original concept by Tim Muirhead and Danny Ford.
The video is designed to increase the community’s understanding of Aboriginal people’s experiences from colonisation to the present day. It encourages Western Australians to reflect and confront shared histories, and highlights goals of positive change and growth.
Quick facts about violence against women – Our Watch
Key facts and statistics about the nature, prevalence and impacts of violence against women in Australia.
This resource is related to Foundations for Change Capability 1.1.
The link between gender inequality and violence against women – Our Watch
Resistance and backlash in primary prevention – Our Watch
The urgency of intersectionality – Kimberlé Crenshaw TED Talk
Now more than ever, it’s important to look boldly at the reality of race and gender bias, and understand how the two can combine to create even more harm. Kimberlé Crenshaw uses the term “intersectionality” to describe this phenomenon. As she says, if you’re standing in the path of multiple forms of exclusion, you’re likely to get hit by both. In this moving talk, she calls on us to bear witness to this reality and speak up for victims of prejudice.
Violence against women: it’s a men’s issue – Jackson Katz TED Talk
Domestic violence and sexual abuse are often called “women’s issues.” But in this bold, blunt talk, Jackson Katz points out that these are intrinsically men’s issues, and shows how these violent behaviours are tied to definitions of manhood. A clarion call for us all – women and men – to call out unacceptable behaviour and be leaders of change.
Know Your A-Z – Safe and Equal & Our Watch
An easy-to-use resource outlining 26 ideas of actions individuals can take to prevent violence against women by challenging harmful gender stereotypes and promoting respect.
This resource is related to Foundations for Change Capabilities 2.1 and 2.5.
A Self-Care Action Plan – How to Adult
Self-care can seem like a daunting task when you’ve already got a lot on your plate. This 5 minute video invites you to take a little time to reflect on what works best for you, and make an action plan.
How to Adult is a life skills edutainment channel brought to you by Executive Producers Hank Green and John Green.
