Jennifer Wittwer | Gender trailblazer - empowering women to be what they can't see

What She Did Next

* Content warning: This episode contains some discussion about sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence, so please consider this before listening, particularly if you might find this triggering. If you need help, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or 1800 RESPECT to access 24-hour support.A very special episode this week in the lead-up to International Women's Day...Jennifer Wittwer is an internationally acclaimed gender expert who began her career in the Royal Australian Navy, and has just written her first book, 'Against the Wind'.Jennifer forged an impressive - and unusual - military career over the course of nearly four decades, shaped by a series of events in her life that spurred her to become a force for change.She is now a mentor and advocate for women, and recently left the military to establish her own consultancy, supporting women here in Australia and around the world.In this episode, Jennifer talks about:· what drew her to a career in the military and her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated organisation· her career of 'firsts' and the turning point that saw her move into the gender space, working with organisations such as UN Women· her new book 'Against the Wind: How women can be their authentic selves in male-dominated professions' and what feminine leadership can look like· the most urgent challenges facing women today and the achievements we should be celebrating· her bravest moment, how she found the courage to step up and how other women can tooCREDITSHost and producer: Jacqui OoiJoin us on Instagram: @whatshedidnextpodcastOur website is coming soon: whatshedidnext.com.auWith thanks to our guest Jennifer Wittwer, CSM, FAHRI, internationally acclaimed gender expert, speaker, author and advocate for women's equality and rights. Following a 37-year career in the Australian military, Jennifer has established her own consultancy, Steorra Consulting, providing specialised services to help organisations and individuals address the challenges of women's participation and representation in the workplace, and empowering women to take leadership roles. Her new book 'Against the Wind: How women can be their authentic selves in male-dominated professions' is out now. Visit jenniferwittwer.com.

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