The AAWAA Women’s Advocate

A tribute to Dr Betty McLellan, this episode with Emma and Sue traces her impact as a therapist, philosopher and writer. Listeners hear how her call for ethical clarity continues to inspire women to resist the roots of patriarchy and remain honest in activism, with practical insight into the challenges of collective action. This podcast provides general information and opinion only and does not co...

Emma and Martine break down what our election campaign actually achieved: response rates by party and state, the quality of candidate engagement, and key themes that emerged from over 100 substantive replies. Discover why 44% of minor party candidates responded compared to just 2.6% from major parties, what candidates said about women's rights and institutional integrity, and the operational l...

Emma and Martine take you inside the real-world challenge of engaging 700+ election candidates across Australia. Explore how minor parties and regional candidates responded differently than major parties, why the UK Supreme Court ruling changed everything mid-campaign, and how persistence and professionalism opened doors. From tracking response rates to pivoting messaging in real-time, this is gra...

Emma and Martine reveal what it really takes to build a national women's rights campaign from the ground up. From manually compiling contact details for 820 federal candidates to developing advocacy materials through coalition consultation, discover the unglamorous but essential work behind effective grassroots advocacy. This podcast provides general information and opinion only and does not c...

Emma and Amber expose how local clubs are left confused about protecting female-only competition. They break down the “permanent exemption” in Australia’s Sex Discrimination Act, why fair play and safety matter, and how vague advice is failing girls and volunteers. Get the facts on what the law really says—and what clubs and athletes need to know. More at womensadvocacy.net. This podcast provides...

Emma and Sue introduce you to Stassja Frei, a researcher and organiser whose early work with the Coalition for Biological Reality and her thoughtful commentary helped clarify women’s rights issues across Australia. From speaking up during the J.K. Rowling backlash to launching her ‘Desexing Society’ podcast, Stassja has provided crucial research, curates daily news, and built vital connections amo...

Emma and Amber break down the sharp legal differences between how the UK and Australia define ‘woman’ and manage single-sex spaces. They explain the impact of the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling, Australia’s confusion around sex self-ID, and what these contrasting systems mean for women’s rights and everyday decision-making. For clarity on female-only spaces and legal rights, tune in and get the...

Emma and Amber break down the UK Supreme Court’s landmark decision defining ‘woman’ as biological sex under the Equality Act—and why the ruling quickly became headline news for Australian women’s advocates. Explore how this legal clarity stands in sharp contrast to Australia’s confusion, following changes to our own Sex Discrimination Act. We unpack what’s happening on the ground: stories of women...

Emma and Lucy explore why the age pension in Australia isn’t working for most older women. Join them as they reveal how outdated rules, gaps in super, and unpaid care leave women facing insecurity and even homelessness later in life. Hear real stories, policy gaps, and what reforms are urgently needed for women’s dignity in retirement. Full submission and real-life case studies at womensadvocacy.n...

Emma and Amber introduce the Affiliation of Australian Women’s Advocacy Alliances’ new podcast. They discuss the vision behind the series, its focus on honest analysis and practical advocacy, and the value of bringing together voices from across AAWAA’s nationwide coalition—including grassroots leaders like Amber, Lucy, Sue, and Martine. The episode explores both the main series and the ‘Local Act...