Advancing gender equality in healthcare leadership intersectionality guide

Overview

For strategies, interventions, and policies to be truly effective and equitable, it is crucial to recognise that women are not a monolithic group.

One-size-fits-all solutions to gender equity fall short, as the factors influencing women's workplace experiences and career advancement extend beyond gender alone. It is essential to consider the diverse and nuanced ways in which various social identities intersect to shape lived experiences.

Without leaders that reflect the diversity of the Australian community the healthcare industry will continue to perpetuate an inequitable health system. To foster genuine progress, it is imperative to embrace an intersectional approach that acknowledges and addresses the multifaceted barriers faced by women in healthcare leadership. In doing so, we can work towards a more inclusive and representative healthcare sector that benefits all.

That is why we have partnered with Advancing Women in Healthcare Leadership and Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) to co-create a brand new Intersectionality Resource Guide.

This resource guide is an adaptation of the SAGE Guidance on Intersectionality for the SAGE Athena Swan Accreditation Pathway and is designed for healthcare organisations, professionals, policymakers, and advocates, providing practical, evidence-based tools and insights to promote intersectional approaches to gender equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.