Gender equity and inclusion in male-dominated industries in the Northern Territory

Elizabeth Wulff; Donna Bridges; Larissa Bamberry; Branka Krivokapic-Skoko

Gender equity and inclusion in male-dominated industries in the Northern Territory

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This paper explores the problem of gender segregation in the Northern Territory (NT) workforce. The NT presents a unique demographic and workforce profile that significantly influences the participation and representation of women in major industries in the NT. The NT Gender Equality Action Plan 2022-2025
(Northern Territory Government, 2023b) highlights that women in the NT are overrepresented in lower-paid, part-time, or precarious employment sectors, such as social work, childcare, healthcare, education, retail trade, and administrative support services. These sectors are traditionally undervalued compared to male-dominated industries like mining and construction, where women are currently underrepresented. Additionally, the Northern Territory Working Women's Centre (NTWWC, 2019) reports that women in remote areas often face workplace challenges, including bullying and sexual harassment.

Original language	English
Pages	13
Number of pages	33
Volume	1
Specialist publication	Northern Institute Gender Equity and Diversity Series
Publication status	Published - 01 May 2025

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 2 Zero Hunger
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 5 Gender Equality
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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Gender equity and inclusion in male-dominated industries in the Northern Territory

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