This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the Beijing Declaration. Despite two decades passing, significant gender inequalities remain. Important issues for CAPA include the proposed deregulation of higher education, and introduction of fees on research degrees. And while women represent around 56% of higher education students, they remain significantly underrepresented in senior higher education leadership roles. IWD provides an opportunity to examine the significant social and financial inequalities which remain in a broader context impacting higher education and the wider community.
This years’ theme, ‘make it happen’ highlights the need to commit to gender equality and the continuing importance of International Women’s Day. While we are not there yet, 2015 provides an opportunity to bring issues that affect women into clearer focus, particularly those affecting participation in higher education ensuring we have a strong voice.
~ Joanne Ruksenas, Women’s Equity Officer, CAPA
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