Kenya’s President appoints a 42-member taskforce to address femicide and gender-based violence
On January 10, 2025, Kenya’s President Dr William Ruto appointed a 42-member taskforce to address the high rates of femicide and gender-based violence (GBV) occurring across the country.
So far, climate activist Anjali Sharma has had radio silence from the government
In the unlikely chance Anjali Sharma isn’t on your radar already, that needs to change. Safe to say, we’re huge fans of Anjali here at Missing Perspectives.
Cricket Australia expects 2025 Women’s Ashes to become the “highest-attended in Australian cricket history”
ICYMI: The Women’s Ashes have kicked off in a big way – with Australia smashing the first opening ODI out of the park (on many occasions quite literally, thanks to Alyssa Healy). And according to Cricket Australia, some records are about to be broken.
‘Since having a baby, I ruthlessly prioritise’: Michelle Battersby
From ruthless prioritisation to the inner work required to embrace the dual founder/mother role, Sunroom co-founder Michelle Battersby, Sense of Self founder Freya Berwick, and More Good Days founder Neala Fulia sound off on how best to combine motherhood with running a business.
‘Awards must evolve to reflect… reality’: Sports awards season still highlights persistent gender gaps
While recent accolades and milestones in sport are inspiring, the journey to equal recognition is ongoing.
‘It’s like a marathon’: In conversation with Hamilton’s Vidya Makan
Here at Missing Perspectives, we’re running a series that we call High Agency Women. It’s focused on incredible women working in the tech and business space – but it’s safe to say, actress Vidya Makan, currently Eliza in Hamilton, is one High Agency Woman.
How I raised: we spoke to five founders about their capital raising experience
We spoke to six incredible founders with lived experience of raising money from investors to help grow their businesses. From Norwegian-inspired bathhouses to banking software, here’s how they did it.
Anti-femicide protesters tear-gassed in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi
Content warning: This article mentions gender based violence. The peak of the highly anticipated march to mark the end of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence (GBV) took an unexpected turn in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi on 10th December 2024. Anti-femicide protesters who were peacefully marching along the capital’s streets were dispersed by […]
Sauna to self confidence with Sense of Self founder, Freya Berwick
If you’ve ever been to Sense Of Self, Collingwood, you’ll be familiar with the tranquility that washes over you as you step inside the urban oasis. It’s not hard to imagine that speaking with founder Freya Berwick, despite her busy schedule across both business and family, radiates a similar energy of pure clarity and calm. […]
Who is Olivia Gadecki, Australia’s new tennis superstar?
ICYMI: Australia has a new No.1 women’s tennis player, and she’s ready to make waves at the 2025 Australian Open. Meet Olivia Gadecki, the 22-year-old rising star from the Gold Coast who is capturing hearts and climbing the global rankings. Olivia’s journey to No. 1 in Australia Hailing from sunny Queensland, Olivia Gadecki made headlines […]
