From Betrayal to Courage: Leading Organizational Change

Elizabeth Broderick was Australia's longest-serving Sex Discrimination Commissioner, a UN Special Rapporteur on discrimination against women and girls and led major reviews into the treatment of women in the country's military, police, parliament and the private sector. In this episode, Elizabeth discusses her journey to becoming a prominent advocate for gender equality. She reflects on her personal experiences of sexual misconduct in the workplace, and how she set about working with some of Australia's most powerful business and governmental leaders to improve gender equality through her Champions of Change strategy. She shares the concept of organizational courage and the role of leadership in fostering a culture of respect and inclusion. Through poignant stories and practical examples, this episode underscores the necessity of listening, self-reflection, and emotional connection in driving cultural transformation