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About the review
What's new
- Phase Two (Treatment of Women in the Australian Defence Force) is now accepting written submissions.
Phase two - ADF
Phase two is now open.
Phase two of the Review will examine the effectiveness of cultural change strategies in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the measures and initiatives required to improve pathways for increased representation of women into the senior ranks and leadership. The full terms of reference can be obtained from www.humanrights.gov.au/defencereview/terms.html
The Review Panel is now calling for written submissions for phase two of the Review relating to the treatment of women in the ADF.
Specifically, written submissions are being sought on the following aspects of the Terms of Reference:
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The effectiveness of the cultural change strategies recommended by the Chief of the Defence Force Women's Reference Group in the Women’s Action Plan including the implementation of these strategies across the Australian Defence Force;
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Measures and initiatives required to improve the pathways for increased representation of women into the senior ranks and leadership of the Australian Defence Force; and
- Any other matters incidental to the terms of reference such as sexual harassment, sexual abuse and unacceptable behaviour.
The Review will not be investigating or making findings in relation to specific allegations or complaints. The Review can only report and make recommendations in relation to the systemic issues arising from the Terms of Review.
- Anyone wishing to enquire about the process from here on may telephone 1800 656 945 or TTY 1800 620 241.
Phase one - ADFA
ADFA Report released 3 November 2011
Report on the Review into the Treatment of Women at the Australian Defence Force Academy, Phase One of the Review into the treatment of women in the Australian Defence Force. Download the report here:
Submissions to phase one of the Review have now closed. Click here if you would like to see the submissions.
The Review Panel were calling for written submissions for phase one of the Review relating to the treatment of women at Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA).
Specifically, written submissions were being sought on the following aspects of the Terms of Reference:
- The treatment of women at ADFA with a particular focus on the adequacy and appropriateness of measures to: promote gender equality, ensure women's safety, and to address and prevent sexual harassment and abuse, and sex discrimination; and
- Initiatives required to drive cultural change in the treatment of women at ADFA, including the adequacy and effectiveness of existing initiatives and of approaches to training, education, mentoring and development.