Ex AFLW player Akec Makur Chuot on why she spoke out about racist comments following her Australian Open appearance

“I’m used to being the only one that looks like me in many rooms.” Akec Makur Chuot speaks to Missing Perspectives after the Australian Open.
“Disrupting sports media”: Missing Perspectives launches ‘Momentum’ – the women’s sports show that’s been missing

Momentum aims to disrupt the sports media space by offering content that resonates with the next generation of sports fans—those who are often underrepresented in traditional sports broadcasting.
I traveled away from Washington, DC during inauguration weekend for the ultimate form of self care

“When Barack Obama was elected as the first African American president, of course my family took a road trip… However, these election results shattered my dreams, leaving me with the idea of an Inauguration Weekend getaway,” writes Imani Brooks.
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.
What has changed in 90 years of Australian women’s cricket?

This month marks 90 years since the first international women’s cricket Test match, with the anniversary set to be commemorated by a four-day Test between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) starting January 30.
‘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.
In conversation with Belkis Wille from Human Rights Watch

Belkis Willie is an Associate Director currently working in the Crisis, Conflict and Arms Division at Human Rights Watch.