Finding our own voices: Breaking down barriers one film at a time
A new generation of filmmakers is aiming to bring more diversity to our screens. Carter Morel reports
Finding our own voices: Breaking down barriers one film at a time
A new generation of filmmakers is aiming to bring more diversity to our screens. Carter Morel reports
Sex(uality) ed: the LGBTQIA+ inclusive teaching that’s missing from schools
Sex education is mandated in Australia, but it is not inclusive. A lack of teacher training and national curriculum poses a problem. Courtney Black reports.
‘Just to know non-binary was a thing’: Big steps forward for representation on stage
The limited and often-negative representation of trans and non-binary people on stage and screen may have turned a corner into a more positive future. Hannah Fortune reports.
‘I never saw myself in the media’: How Muslim creatives in Australia are changing the narrative
With increasing focus on diversity in the past decade, Australia has seen a rise in Muslim creatives making stories that feature their community and faith in a positive light. Saredo Miguil reports.
Men in makeup: A shifting demographic
Makeup was traditionally all about Western women, but an influx of men into the industry is changing that – from both sides of the mirror. Jasmine Ruger-Anderson reports.
‘Our rights being trivialised’: electioneering puts trans community’s needs at risk
The rights of gender non-conforming Australians are a high-profile topic of political debate, but transgender advocates warn the wrong issues are being discussed. Kate Williams reports.
Creating an inclusive world: The importance of diversity and visibility on kids’ TV
Seeing diverse characters on their screens is showing this generation of children that it is okay to be different. Elise Harrington reports.
Biphobia and bisexual erasure: positive representation ‘has been a long time coming’
The lack of positive bisexual representation has plagued pop culture for a long time, with bisexuality being constantly portrayed in a negative light. Josh Sabini reports.
148,000 people sign plea for transgender support
Gender-affirming surgery is an important option for trans people, but currently the costs make it prohibitive. A new petition hopes to change that. Caydn Foley reports