Removing those roadblocks
Some days it can feel like we’ve got so many challenges ahead of us, roadblocks to success as women. They’re there regardless of whether we’re running our own business or progressing a corporate career. It’s because of Trailblazing women like Lynette Palmen, founder of Women’s Network Australia, that some of the things we now take for granted were brought to light and progress was finally made.
Less than fifty years ago, women were forced to resign from their jobs when they fell pregnant. Although this was slowly removed from government and business policies, other barriers remained. Access to child care or simply being invited to the table so we could share our ideas have been hard fought for.
Progress for women
Enter Lynette Palmen who, 30 years ago, started growing Women’s Network Australia starting with a group of four colleagues. Their networking lunches grew into the massive, supportive network you see today.
In this episode, Women’s Network Australia CEO, Cheryl Gray, talks to Lynette about her motivation, challenges and successes in those early years.
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