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Overcoming the challenges of intersectionality - Women in Research Webinar 'Small Wins' Series

Despite outstanding qualifications and achievements, many women researchers encounter obstacles influenced by intersecting identities—such as race, gender, and socioeconomic background—that create additional layers of complexity in accessing opportunities, resources, and support within academia. This session will explore what research reveals about the drivers and impacts of intersectionality, as well as effective strategies for navigating and overcoming these challenges within academic and research environments. We will also explore intersectionality from a different perspective. Interdisciplinary research, particularly when bridging sectors like government, industry, academia, and civil society, brings its own intersectional complexities. The need to cross boundaries within and beyond academic disciplines often requires navigating distinct expectations, funding structures, and communication styles, posing unique challenges but also offering transformative potential for research impact. In this upcoming webinar, lead of the Women in Research initiative, ARC Laureate Fellow and John Curtin Distinguished Professor Sharon Parker (Curtin University) will unpack how the academic experience for women is shaped by intersecting identities. She will be joined by Professor Lidia Morawska (Queensland University of Technology), who will share her insights on overcoming structural barriers, building supportive networks, and driving meaningful change. Additionally, Professor Jacqueline Peel (University of Melbourne) will discuss the challenges and opportunities of interdisciplinary research, especially when working across different sectors to advance research outcomes. Together, they will provide actionable insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of intersectionality and interdisciplinary work.