Everyday Sexism: Girls’ and young women’s views on gender inequality in Australia

Title: Everyday Sexism: Girls’ and young women’s views on gender inequality in Australia

Authors: Plan International Australia and Our Watch

Date of Publication: 2016

The Plan International Australia and Our Watch survey on young women’s experiences of inequality. They conducted the survey with 600 girls and young women aged 15-19 between December 2015 and February 2016.

Plan International and Our Watch commissioned this survey to obtain a deeper understanding of young women’s gendered experiences, their most pressing desires for change, and their insights into how to address gender inequality in Australia. This survey explored young women’s experiences, perceptions and suggestions for change in three key areas:

  • Everyday experiences of gender equality, inequality and sexism.
  • Girls’ and young women’s safety – online, at home, school and work, and in relationships.
  • Sexual health and reproductive rights.

Read the full report here.

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