Not Now, Not Ever
Not Now, Not Ever by Julia Gillard, published by Random House Australia on January 10, 2023, is a thought-provoking exploration of the cultural and historical context surrounding misogyny. This 256-page book delves into the impact of Gillard’s famous speech delivered in Parliament on October 9, 2012, which challenged societal norms and the behaviors of influential men. Through contributions from notable figures such as Mary Beard and Jess Hill, the book examines the tools of patriarchy, intersectionality, and the representation of gender in media and politics.
Readers will find a comprehensive analysis of the ongoing issues related to misogyny and gender inequality, as well as reflections from individuals who were inspired by Gillard’s speech. The narrative also highlights the speech’s resurgence on platforms like TikTok and its influence on contemporary feminist movements. With insights from next-generation feminists, the book presents a roadmap for future advocacy, emphasizing the importance of continued progress in women’s rights. Proceeds from the book will support the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership, furthering the conversation on leadership and gender studies.
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On 9 October 2012, Prime Minister Julia Gillard stood up and proceeded to make all present in Parliament House that day pay attention – and left many of them squirming in their seats. The incisive ‘misogyny speech’, as her words came to be known, challenged not only Leader of the Opposition, Tony Abbott, on his words and actions but, over time, all of us. How had we come to condone the public and private behaviours of some very public men?With contributions from Mary Beard, Jess Hill, Jennifer Palmieri, Katharine Murphy and members of the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership, Julia Gillard explores the history and culture of misogyny, tools in the patriarchy’s toolbox, intersectionality, and gender and misogyny in the media and politics.Kathy Lette looks at how the speech has gained a new life on TikTok, as well as inspiring other tributes and hand-made products, and we hear recollections from Wayne Swan, Anne Summers, Deborah Mailman, Cate Blanchett, Brittany Higgins and more on where they were, and how they first encountered the speech.While behaviours may have improved since the misogyny speech, there remains a way to go and Julia Gillard explores the roadmap for the future with next-generation feminists Sally Scales, Chanel Contos and Caitlin Figueiredo to motivate us with that rallying cry: Not now, not ever!Proceeds from the book will go to the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership (GIWL).
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