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24
Nov
Plan now for International Women’s Day 2022
On March 8th 2022 we will celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme of #BreakTheBias. It is important to start making plans now for your events. We can all play […]
11
Oct
Digital Distraction – a present challenge
This week is mental health week, and it seems a timely moment to pause and reflect on our relationship with technology and whether it helps or hinders our ability to be present […]
12
Aug
16 Days of Activism: Shining a light in dark places
From November 25 until December 10 people across the world will come together for 16 days of activism towards ending violence against women and girls. To change the culture that drives gendered […]
12
Aug
Mental Health Week
The theme for this year’s World Mental Health Day (October 10) is a simple message: “Look after your mental health, Australia.” The COVID-19 pandemic has no doubt been a challenging […]
30
Jul
Positive action is the way forward
As COVID-19 developments dominate our daily news cycle, let’s not forget the biggest challenge facing our planet today: climate change. With Canada experiencing record high temperatures, Germany and surrounding countries […]
09
Jun
NAIDOC WEEK: 4–11 July 2021
NAIDOC Week is just around the corner; a time to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The 2021 NAIDOC Week theme ‘Heal Country’ acknowledges the too […]
20
May
Celebrating Refugee Week
Join us in celebrating Refugee Week next month (20-26 June) by acknowledging the courage, resilience and valuable contributions of refugees to Australian society. This year’s theme of ‘Unity’ encourages people […]
11
May
Budget Day: Money Matters
The Federal Budget will be delivered in a matter of hours. As the Australian government outlines how billions in public money will be spent, we’re acutely aware of how the […]
15
Mar
Marching Onwards
Now that 2021 is underway, it’s invigorating to see the return of in-person events along with many other aspects of ‘normal’ life. The level of engagement, connection and participation in […]
25
Jan
Start 2021 on a positive note!
As we kick off the new year, the Speaking Out team are excited to get back to doing what we do best: bringing the country’s best speakers and thinkers to […]
25
Nov
Looking ahead to 2021
What a year it has been! Although 2020 has brought its fair share of challenges, it has also provided a unique opportunity to pause, reflect and think about the kind […]
30
Oct
November key dates coming up
We believe it’s never too early or late to start planning your event. With November just around the corner, there are some important dates to keep in mind, including NAIDOC Week and 16 […]
15
Sep
Fresh Perspectives
Traditionally Spring brings a sense of hope, renewal and respite. Given where many of us find ourselves this year, the start of Spring in 2020 feels more welcome than ever […]
24
Aug
The Juggle is Real
Businesses across the country have faced huge challenges this year. For parents juggling working from home with remote learning, dividing their attention between the demands of their job and their kids’ education […]
05
Aug
Melbourne Writers Festival
Have you booked your tickets to the Melbourne Writers Festival yet? Many of our wonderful speakers are featured in this year’s fully digital program. Tune in this weekend to see […]
02
Jul
Welcome Tyson Yunkaporta!
“Making yourself an expert in another culture is not always appreciated by the members of that culture. Understanding your own culture and the way it interacts with others, particularly the […]
18
Jun
Silence is Violence
We are feeling the passion and anger exemplified by Meyne Wyatt’s powerful monologue on Q&A on Monday June 8th, an excerpt from his 2019 play ‘City of Gold’. These feelings are […]
01
May
Speaking Out is Reaching Out
Just as social distancing has become the new norm, we’ve all had to adapt to different ways of working and living to contain the spread of COVID-19. Speaking Out, together […]
15
Apr
‘See What You Made Me Do’ by Jess Hill wins the 2020 Stella Prize
Congratulations to Jess Hill on winning the Stella Prize for ‘See What You Made Me Do’. This four year investigation into domestic abuse is a powerful journalistic work is especially […]
16
Mar
Covid-19
If the Olympics can be rescheduled, so can your bookings! All of our speakers can also deliver online sessions including training packages, small group writing classes, media and presentation training, […]
12
Feb
International Women’s Day 2020: Each for Equal
In 2020, people, groups and organisations will come together to celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme of ‘Each for Equal‘. If you have overlooked this important event – we […]
01
Feb
A decade for change
This is undoubtedly a decade for change after what has been a devastating summer for Australia. The bushfire crisis has ripped lives apart, destroying hundreds of homes and decimating over […]
20
Nov
Start planning for International Women’s Day 2020.
In 2020, people, groups and organisations will come together to celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme of #EachforEqual. We work with some of the brightest and bravest women in […]
14
Oct
It all starts with respect.
Some issues in the world call for global movements. They require advocacy on all levels, local, national and regional. They require survivors voices to be heard and for human rights […]
17
Sep
Speaking Out Joins the School Strike for Climate
This Friday 20 September, Speaking Out and our sister agency Booked Out, will join students from over 100 schools around Australia, and across seven continents worldwide, to strike for a […]
18
Jun
Sally Morris is Speaking Out for LGBTI mental health
We’re proud to welcome our newest speaker, Sally Morris. As the coordinator of MindOUT, the first national LGBTI mental health and suicide prevention initiative, she’s on a mission to improve […]Profiles:
16
May
Men’s Health Week: Break the stigma
Men’s Health Week 10-16 June is only a month away. It’s a time to recognise the key health issues men face, and reduce the stigma that can hold them back from accessing help […]Profiles:
10
May
Speaking Out faces in the Archibald Prize 2019!
Browsing through the Archibald Prize finalists of any given year, you can always expect to spot some famous faces. We might be a little biased, but we think the stars […]Profiles:
23
Apr
Phil Barker is re-imagining manhood
Meet Phil Barker: author, commentator, and new addition to the Speaking Out line-up! His book, The Revolution of Man, is a manifesto for modern manhood, re-imagining what it means to […]Profiles:
18
Apr
Release radar: The Resurrection of Winnie Mandela
Sisonke Msimang makes sense of a complicated legacy in her latest book, The Resurrection of Winnie Mandela. “There is little appetite in today’s world for stories that aren’t straightforward, especially […]Profiles:
17
Apr
Cameron Daddo – now at Speaking Out!
Announcing our newest speaker: actor, radio presenter and men’s health advocate, Cameron Daddo! A charismatic and entertaining MC, Cameron is also speaking up on issues affecting men’s mental health. Cameron […]Profiles:
15
Apr
Pride, not prejudice this IDAHOBIT
Is your workplace celebrating IDAHOBIT on May 17?
25
Mar
Carly Findlay is Speaking Out!
Award-winning writer and appearance activist Carly Findlay has joined Speaking Out, and we couldn’t be more excited. One to watch in 2019, her debut memoir, Say Hello, was published earlier […]Profiles:
21
Mar
Today is Harmony Day
This Thursday 21st March, it’s more important than ever to come together and celebrate the richness that multiculturalism brings to our schools, workplaces and communities. Check out our Facebook and […]Profiles:
19
Mar
Welcoming Khadija Gbla
We’re proud to announce Khadija Gbla as the newest addition to our roster!Profiles:
13
Feb
Everyone Belongs
Join us in celebrating Cultural Diversity Week and Harmony Day from 16th–24th March!
06
Feb
Bri Lee wins VPLA People’s Choice Award for Eggshell Skull
We are proud as punch of Bri Lee, who has won the People’s Choice Award for her debut memoir, Eggshell Skull, in the 2019 Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards! Daniel Andrews […]Profiles:
04
Feb
International Women’s Day is on March 8th, and there’s still time to book a speaker!
It’s an observation that certain state and federal political parties are lacking a representative balance of women in their leadership… we don’t have that problem at Speaking Out. We are […]Profiles:
31
Jan
Beverley Wang joins Speaking Out
Journalist ✍️ Broadcaster🎙️ Diversity Champion 💪 Get to know Beverley Wang, the newest addition to the Speaking Out line-up! To learn more, head to her profile, or read/listen to these […]Profiles:
15
Jan
Hello 2019!
Hello 2019! Though it’s only January, it’s never too early to start planning your next event – download our handy guide to the biggest celebration and awareness dates coming up […]
17
Dec
2018: A Year in Books
We’ve been looking back on some of our favourite books published by our speakers in 2018 – from the personal to the political, there’s something for everyone on this list. […]Profiles:
26
Sep
Release Radar: Boys Will Be Boys
Following up her 2016 manifesto #FightLikeAGirl, Clementine Ford‘s new book explores how patriarchal society is as harmful to boys and men as it is to women and girls. Watch below […]Profiles:
21
Sep
New Speaker Alert! Welcome Nyadol Nyuon
We are so excited to announce that Nyadol Nyuon has joined our speaker list – welcome aboard! A lawyer and community advocate, you might have seen her recently in The […]Profiles:
17
Sep
Start the conversation this Mental Health Week, 7-13 October 2018
This Mental Health Week, it’s all about challenging ourselves to see mental illness in a more positive light. Make it your #MentalHealthPromise to start a conversation in your workplace. Our […]Profiles:
28
Aug
Be a well-informed spectator this September
A new book from George Megalogenis‘ examines how football might help to resolve our political impasse, and Angela Pippos‘ new podcast series is kicking goals for gender equality in sport […]Profiles:
26
Aug
No Country Woman: Introducing Zoya Patel
At Speaking Out we are always on the lookout for new voices and fresh ideas. This month, we are thrilled to welcome Zoya Patel, along with the release of her […]Profiles:
17
Aug
#BettyInBronze: Angela Pippos leading the charge to recognise one of cricket’s forgotten greats
Author and sports journalist Angela Pippos has been a leading voice for women in sport. Tonight, she appeared on The Project to talk about a new campaign to recognise one […]
01
Aug
Speaking Out faces at the Melbourne Writer’s Festival
It’s that time of year again! The Melbourne Writer’s Festival is almost upon us again, and there’s a whole swag of Speaking Out friends in this year’s line up. If […]Profiles:
23
Jul
ICYMI: Nakkiah Lui profiled in Good Weekend
ICYMI: the immensely talented Nakkiah Lui profiled in Good Weekend Magazine. Melbourne folks – her latest play, Blackie Blackie Brown has been extended till August 3rd at the Malthouse Theatre […]Profiles:
26
Jun
Tasneem Chopra delivers keynote address for Multicultural Queensland
Cross-cultural consultant Tasneem Chopra delivers the keynote address on inclusive leadership, diversity and unconscious bias for Multicultural Affairs Queensland’s Speaker Series – watch below!Profiles:
05
Jun
AFL announces Georgie Stone as Pride Game ambassador
The incredible Georgie Stone has been announced as ambassador for the 2018 AFL Pride Game – the game kicks off at 7:25pm on Saturday 9th June. Georgie and Rebekah tell […]Profiles:
29
May
Bri Lee’s powerful memoir, Eggshell Skull is out now!
ggshell Skull is a courageous account of one woman’s experience with the legal system; detailing Bri Lee’s journey from daughter of a policeman to judge’s associate, and eventually, complainant in […]Profiles:
16
Apr
Michelle Law’s ‘Homecoming Queens’ is here!
Looking for a show to binge this week that won’t interfere with your bedtime? Look no further than Homecoming Queens, a new project from multi-talented Michelle Law. The web series has […]Profiles:
08
Mar
Happy International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day, so of course, let’s shout it out! This year’s theme, #PressforProgress, demonstrates that across the world women are making positive gains day by day. From […]
13
Nov
Ruth Clare wins 2017 Asher Literary Award
A huge congratulations are in order for Ruth Clare who has taken out the 2017 Asher Literary Award for her memoir, Enemy. The $12,000 prize is awarded to biennially to […]Profiles:
23
Oct
Introducing Eddie Ayres
We are so excited to introduce our newest speaker Eddie Ayres, a musical adventurer, teacher, writer, broadcaster and transgender man.Profiles:
13
Oct
The Melbourne Festival is now on!
Have you spotted the one of the art trams yet? We’ve been lucky enough to spy one from our office window in Brunswick St! The Melbourne Festival is underway and […]Profiles:
15
Sep
Speaking Out for Marriage Equality
Speaking Out strongly supports Marriage Equality. We encourage everyone to have the conversations that will help achieve a YES vote in the upcoming postal survey. #VoteYes
21
Aug
Melbourne Writers Festival starts this week!
We can’t believe how many Speaking Out faces are in the line up for the 2017 Melbourne Writers Festival! Keep an eye out for: YassminAbdel-Magied Abdi Aden David Astle Clare […]Profiles:
16
Aug
Tasneem Chopra speaks out on Her Words
In need of some mid-week inspiration? Check out this clip of the lovely Tanseem telling her story on the web series Her Words.Profiles:
27
Jul
Introducing Jamila Rizvi
Jamila Rizvi is an author, presenter and political commentator. Described as one of the preeminent voices of young Australian women online, Jamila injects her own special brand of humour, irreverence […]Profiles:
14
Jul
Tracey Spicer joins Speaking Out
Tracey Spicer is an author, journalist and television presenter who has anchored programs for ABC TV, Network Ten, Channel 9 and Sky News over the past 30 years. Renowned for […]Profiles:
08
Jun
The Family Law returns to SBS
We cannot wait for the return of Benjamin Law’s hilarious #TheFamilyLaw on SBS Australia! Season 2 drops Thursday, 15 June at 8:30pm. Save the date!Profiles:
31
May
Sammy J has new new series on ABC iview
Sammy J has the perfect cure for your mid-week blues – tune into ABC iview at 5pm today to catch the first episode of his new series, ‘Sammy J’s Democratic […]Profiles:
25
May
Eddie Perfect & Jason Ball join Speaking Out!
We are always on the look out for talented and interesting speakers, and we could not be more pleased to welcome these two on board! Eddie Perfect is one of […]Profiles:
22
May
Dr Waleed Aly receives his PhD
After many years of hard work, Dr Waleed Aly has completed his PhD, with the paper titled Towards a structuration theory of global terrorism. Waleed is a politics lecturer at […]Profiles:
17
May
International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia
We love sending speakers out into the world to share important messages. To all our Speaking Out friends, Happy International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, and thanks Daniel Witthaus for […]Profiles:
12
May
Fighting Hislam: Susan Carland on what it means to be a Muslim feminist
A great read from news.com.au on Susan Carland and her new book, Fighting Hislam: Women, Faith and Sexism: “I want young Muslims — boys and girls — to know there […]Profiles:
02
May
We love women who Speak Out!
At Speaking Out we are have the privilege of working with some fearlessly fab women – catch up on the latest in our newsletter – We love women who Speak […]Profiles:
13
Apr
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival
The Speaking Out team went along to see the inimitable Sami Shah perform his fantastic show, ‘Punching Down‘ last night – and we would absolutely recommend you do too! Sami […]Profiles:
03
Mar
Jonathan Holloway recounts his travels through Chile for The Saturday Paper
A glorious read from one of our fantastic speakers, Melbourne Festival Artistic Director, Jonathan Holloway on his recent trip to Chile. What a treat! https://www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/2017/02/11/santiago-chile/14867316004199Profiles:
03
Mar
Jill Stark on standing with our LGBTIQ children
Did you all catch this great piece by Jill Stark on standing with our LGBTIQ children? We couldn’t agree more, Jill. Safe schools for ALL Australian kids. http://www.smh.com.au/comment/safe-schools-program-why-zealots-are-trying-to-drag-us-back-to-the-dark-ages-20160223-gn1ryq.htmlProfiles:
27
Feb
Dr Susan Carland on the media’s response to Yassmin Abdel-Magied
A fantastic article by our Dr. Susan Carland on the media’s response to Yassmin Abdel-Magied and her Q&A appearance last week – click here to read.Profiles:
15
Feb
Yassmin follows up her Q&A appearance with Junkee
Yassmin has teamed up with Junkee following last night’s heated Q&A discussion to further explain her perspective on Islam and Sharia:14
Feb
ICYMI: Yassmin appears on Q&A
In case you missed it, here’s the must-see moment from last night’s Q&A – Yassmin Abdel-Magied serving some truths to Senator Jacqui Lambie about the difference between faith and culture:
09
Feb
Angela Pippos: Breaking the Mould
Our fabulous Angela Pippos just released her book, Breaking the Mould – Taking a Hammer to Sexism in Sport. We are really looking forward to reading this one, plus it’s […]Profiles:
31
Jan
Catch up on what’s new at Speaking Out this month
Welcome back to 2017! Catch up on what’s new at Speaking Out via our monthly newsletter. Click here to subscribe!30
Jan
Waleed fills us in on first week of Trump’s USA
Did you all catch Waleed Aly’s Trump breakdown on The Project on Friday night? Please feel free to share your thoughts with us! Our hearts are with all those being […]Profiles:
25
Jan
#changethedate
Our offices will be open this Thursday, 26th January to stand in support of the movement to Change the Date. We recognise that Australia can not celebrate as one country […]10
Nov
New Faces at Speaking Out
Here at Speaking Out we are always adding fresh and fabulous speakers to our list. We are very pleased to now be working with the following women, who are all […]Profiles:
29
Sep
Congratulations Clementine Ford: Fight Like A Girl is here!
Here at Speaking Out we are thrilled by the release of Clementine Ford’s fierce debut, Fight Like A Girl! Her following boomed after calling out Channel Seven’s Sunrise for victim […]Profiles:
15
Aug
How does winning Olympic Gold change your life?
In case you hadn’t noticed the Olympics are on! Children and Adults alike are glued to the TV cheering on their favourite athletes to push themselves that little bit further […]Profiles:
20
Jun
Sammy J’s Playful Politics
Sammy J’s has us in stitches with his new show Playground Politics. His quick wit, teamed with the skills gleaned from all his school visits, through our sister agency Booked […]09
May
Gold for Waleed!
Congratulations to Waleed Aly on the well deserved win last night. The Best Personality on Australian Television, and his speech last night really showcased that! It was funny, on point […]Profiles:
23
Mar
Fantastic Feedback!
We love receiving feedback and it’s even better when it’s so glowing. This is in response to Clementine Ford’s talk during the week of International Women’s Day, for the Transport […]Profiles:
