7am in 2023: The Trailblazer

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Australia can claim a significant world first: a special government adviser on Women’s Affairs.Fifty years ago, Elizabeth Reid stepped into the newly created role in Gough Whitlam’s government.Abortion access, workplace rights, contraception and education – it was a time of huge change in gender parity and access. But the reaction to Reid and the new position was vicious in some circles. She resigned just two and a half years into the job.What motivated her? How did the job change her? And why did she leave Australia once it was over?Today, we’re looking back on this interview between Ruby Jones and Elizabeth Reid, one of our favourite episodes of 2023.(This episode was first published in May 2023.)Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and InstagramGuest: Women’s affairs adviser to Gough Whitlam, Elizabeth Reid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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