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The prevalence and underlying causes of domestic violence are complex with the result that there is a great deal of confusion and misinformation reflected in the public debate. This paper provides information in a simplified format on issues surrounding domestic violence drawing from key research, focusing on Australia. Executive summary

The Global Gender Gap Index was first introduced by the World Economic Forum in 2006 as a framework for capturing the magnitude of gender-based disparities and tracking their progress. This year is the 10th edition of the Index, allowing for time-series analysis on the changing patterns of gender equality around the world and comparisons between...

Contains latest available estimates by age and sex of the resident populations of areas of Australia as at 30 June. KEY POINTS AT 30 JUNE 2014 Greater Darwin and Greater Perth were the only capital cities where males outnumbered females. The SA2s with the highest sex ratios were predominately mining areas in regional Western Australia...

A toolkit for workplaces to promote gender equality and respectful relationships as well as a practical guide for leaders, teams and individuals to drive change in their workplace. Summary We know that attitudes which support a lack of equality and respect are linked with increased risk for women – and that the workplace is an...