A recent study from atWork Australia has found Covid-19 has had a major impact on the wellbeing of youth job seekers, disproportionately affecting LGBTQIA+ folks in this area. atWork Australia’s Job Seeker Wellbeing Index (the Index) lists pride in one’s achievements, having a sense of purpose, access to financial assistance, self-love and being heard and […]
Victoria* was working as a sales representative for a manufacturing company for only two weeks before the bullying started. At first, her trainer, Jenny*, made snide remarks like “Hanging out by yourself again this weekend, hey?” and “Oh, you’re eating that for lunch!” While she initially dismissed Jenny’s nastiness and thought it would soon pass, […]
Applications are now open for volunteer mentors to take part in Out for Australia’s LGBTIQ-focused program. The organisation is looking for professionals to provide mentees with skills, contacts and information to help queer students transition from tertiary education to the work force. Out for Australia matches established and upcoming professionals based on their industry interests […]
