Women in Super

Today is International Day of Care and Support. Everyone needs care. It is the often invisible and mostly unpaid work that sustains families, communities, and economies. The responsibility of providing care falls overwhelmingly on women and girls, who spend more than twice as many hours as men on unpaid care and domestic work. As a result, they miss out on education, paid work, self-care, and more. Our next Lunch & Learn will focus on just this - Jennifer Langton, Head of Advice at Aged Care Steps Pty Ltd will look at the cost of caring - the role of women as unpaid carers, their contribution to the economy & the impact of caring responsibilities on their financial & emotional wellbeing. This impact on carers is increasing with the ageing demographic of our population & longer life spans, requiring more women to dedicate time to caring for older & disabled family members – often while juggling career & children. At the same time, changes to government funding of the aged care system are seeing more funds directed to homecare services, enabling older Australians to live longer at home, with a combination of government funded support & family assistance. These factors will see women increasingly burdened, requiring a supportive work environment & policies to facilitate their engagement with the workforce & the ability to build retirement savings. This event is free for members. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gXRMz3WA

Did someone say the WIS 30th Anniversary was better than their wedding?! We're not naming any names... Now that the dust has settled, we've had time to reflect on the message The Hon. Julia Gillard AC shared with us, as she spoke so frankly and rousingly about the need for continued action from all of us in the challenge of closing gender gaps. "Gender equality means what it says on the tin. Not a world where women thrive and men are left behind but a world in which everyone can find their own path, free of assumptions about who they should be, and free of unfair barriers which prevent them from getting ahead." Thank you to everyone who attended, to those who couldn't be there but were there in spirit, to our members, supporters and sponsors - IQ Group, Australia and Cbus Super Fund. We would not be who we are without all of you. And cheers to Mavis, we hope we are doing her proud 🥂

Cbus Super Fund is proud to have supported Women in Super’s Threads of Inequality conference on 11 October. Cbus Super’s first fund secretary, Mavis Robertson, worked tirelessly with others to create something better for the retirements of building and construction workers. With a lack of opportunity for women in super to network, she created Women in Super in 1994. 30 years on, a lot has changed but we’re proud to continue her legacy, working with Women in Super to advocate for better retirement outcomes for women.   Read the relevant PDS and TMD to decide what’s right for you. Call 1300 361 784 or visit cbussuper.com.au

Australian women are disadvantaged relative to men in almost every measurable domain. From hourly pay and participation in the labour force to domestic labour and intimate partner violence; these gaps are well-known, and persistent. Deloitte Access Economics recently published the Remaking the Norm report, in collaboration with Australian Investing in Women (AIIW) and Minderoo Foundation, which highlights six ways to remake harmful gender norms – as individuals, policymakers, philanthropists and community and business leaders – to close gaps in the workplace and broader society. Author of the report, Sruthi Srikanthan, Partner, Deloitte Access Economics will explore the findings of this report over breakfast, sharing practical, evidence-based steps that we can take as a society to progress our gender norms to a place of realising the value of a more equitable Australia. Mary Delahunty, CEO of ASFA will then join us for a panel conversation, contextualising the report for the superannuation industry. Two incredible speakers for the price of one - don't miss out! This event is open to all (all genders, members, non-members). This event is being held as part of the 2024 ASFA Conference, however is not included in your conference ticket. You do not need to be registered for the conference to attend.  Register here: https://lnkd.in/gWEZzj5J

It is so hard to believe that the 2024 Women in Super Conference: Threads of Inequality was already a week ago! And a much harder task to try and sum up all of the insights, expertise and unifying ideas into a LinkedIn post. We began the day with Women in Super Policy Committee Chair Ailsa Goodwin launching our updated policy priorities, that were born out of last years' Women's Super Summit, which challenged us to attempt to untangle some of the broader structural threads of inequality that are currently tying our system up into knots. These threads were each addressed by subsequent panel discussions and other keynote presentations. Not wanting to have superficial discussions about the issues, but rather leave attendees with actual solutions and calls to action, we were thrilled to hear so many end the day with actionable tasks to take back to their funds and organisations. We are eternally grateful to our incredible line-up of speakers: Rasha Abbas, Debby Blakey, Cath Bowtell, Dr Tessa Boyd-Caine, Robbie Campo, Christine Cupitt, Zoe Daniel MP, Joanna Fletcher, Catherine Fox AM, Rebecca Glenn, Ailsa Goodwin, Megan Jones, Jo Kowalczyk, Padma Raman, Nicolette Rubinsztein AM, Dr Niki Vincent and Dan Ziffer. Thank you to each of you for making the time and sharing your incredible insight. We'd also like to thank our supporters of this event: Platinum sponsor IFM Investors, Gold Sponsor Cbus Super Fund and Silver Sponsor Profusion. Women's Agenda did a fantastic write-up of Panels 2A & B. Read that here: https://lnkd.in/gpCtM8Qc

For 40 years, Cbus Super Fund has been supporting those who help build Australia. We are pleased to see an increasing number of women entering the building, construction and allied industries. To continue advocating for better retirement outcomes for women, Cbus Super is proud to have supported the Women in Super Threads of Inequality conference on 11 October. Learn more about our Cbus history: bit.ly/AboutCbusSuper Read the relevant PDS and TMD to decide what’s right for you. Call 1300 361 784 or visit cbussuper.com.au

Wow. Still trying to find the words to capture the incredible feeling in the room last night. We were extremely honoured to be joined by The Hon. Julia Gillard to celebrate our 30th Anniversary amongst members and supporters, old and new. We will just share a few snaps of the night to tide us over - don't worry! There will be plenty more photos and reflections to come.

Last chance to register for the 2024 Women in Super Conference next Friday! The retirement system is inching closer to allowing women to retire with dignity, with some significant changes recently won after a long battle. But the entrenched systemic inequality is providing the final few hurdles that we need to overcome to ensure that all Australians are equal beneficiaries of our world-class system. There are a number of intersectional threads of inequality that are currently weaving together to tie our system up in knots: gendered violence, treatment of First Nations people, undervaluing of care work and segregation into low-paid industries. To address these issues, and to provide some real and tangible calls to action, we are bringing together the country’s experts in inequality: MPs, CEOs, chairs, writers and more, each with a new perspective to share. Make sure you are part of the change we are yet to see. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQAvZqMz The 2024 Women in Super Conference would not be possible without our sponsors: IFM Investors, Cbus Super Fund and Profusion.

Less than two weeks until the 2024 Women in Super Conference: Threads of Inequality. This year, we’ve decided it’s time to start addressing head-on the individual threads of inequality that feed into disadvantage across the life-course and into retirement. Our first step is bringing together the nation's leading experts on topics such as gendered violence, self-determination, care work and low-paid industries to discuss what can be done to unravel these interwoven issues, that are currently tying our system up in knots. In Australia, intimate partner violence contributes to more death, disability and illness in women aged 25 to 44 than any other preventable risk factor. Our impactful second session will provide a comprehensive analysis of gendered violence and its impacts, featuring: Rasha Abbas, CEO of inTouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence Joanna Fletcher, : Executive Director, Family, Youth and Children's Law, Victoria Legal Aid Megan Jones, Assistant Manager, Industry Engagement and Enablement, Australian eSafety Commissioner moderated by IFM Investors Chair Cath Bowtell There are still a few places left. Register here to be part of this important conversation - https://lnkd.in/eQAvZqMz The 2024 Women in Super Conference would not be possible without our sponsors: Profusion, IFM Investors and Cbus Super Fund.

Public speaking skills aren't just for those who are looking to take the stage - an increased confidence in speaking publicly also builds your ability to critically analyse, and inform and motivate others more effectively. However, public speaking is no longer just about standing in front of a crowd. In a world where Zoom, ChatGPT, and quick video reels dominate the landscape, public speaking and the platforms we use have evolved, however the importance of conveying your message and fostering connection remains the same. Simone de Haas, international public speaking expert, will challenge the traditional approaches to public speaking, and help you to discover the power of authentic communication. By deconstructing the myths, she will introduce new strategies to help you connect and engage with your audience in a more authentic and impactful way. This is a topic that our members have asked for, and we are only too happy to deliver! We would love for you to join us for an afternoon of learning with drinks and light refreshments, as Simone uses her unique approach to help you take your public speaking to the next level, supporting you to not only impact, but also influence many. Register now: https://lnkd.in/g_PcsdHs Thank you to Brighter Super for supporting this event. Michelle Ingram Ann Janssen Sara Bradford Renee Davidson Karla Harvey Kim Heironymus Deline Jacovides Jaspreet Kaur Anne Kemp Emily Monk Katherine Noonan Mailene Wheeler