Taking a leadership role: Gender issues and gender equity in the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP)
Publication type
journal article
Publication date
2023
Author(s)
Golding, PM
Language
English
Discipline(s)
Geographical area
Abstract
Objectives This article explores the increasing number of medical women speaking out about gender inequity and sexual harassment, using the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry Congress 2022 as a reference. It explores the barriers for women in medical leadership known under the themes of capacity, perceived capability, and credibility and how this relates to experiences for women at work. Conclusions Sexual harms occur in the context of ongoing gender bias in our profession, even at college events. The author calls on the college to investigate and take action on sexual harms in the workplace and gender equity.
Journal
AUSTRALASIAN PSYCHIATRY
ISSN
1039-8562
Volume
31
Issue
4
Pagination
429-431