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Philanthropy is the act of assisting those who may be less fortunate than others. It is an effort by either an organisation, individual or group of donors who are willing to make changes for an equitable future. At Toorak College, we nurture this idea at a grassroots level in the hope that it will promote our students to continue their efforts into their adulthood. The importance of women in philanthropy There are many lessons we must teach our young women today, but none are more important…

Forbes Australia has released its inaugural 30 Under 30 list, spotlighting exceptional young leaders, innovators and trailblazers across different sectors. These women, excelling in underrepresented fields, show how passion, resilience and creativity can break barriers and inspire future generations. Together, these founders have raised more than $100 million in funding, highlighting their drive to create positive change. The 30 finalists were chosen by a panel of independent, expert judges,…

It is well documented that women still face gender inequality across various facets of society. Despite much progress, entrenched gender stereotypes continue to influence our behaviour, expectations, and aspirations. These biases permeate social media and help to shape the perceptions young girls have of themselves and their aspirations, resulting in a phenomenon called the dream gap. The dream gap is the space between young girls’ ambition and their full potential, hindered by what the world…

The way to change the world, or at least your world, is to dare to be ambitious. Because when you dare to dream big, you challenge the status quo and give yourself the opportunity to pave your own way forward and make a difference. For many young females, embracing ambition is uncomfortable. More so than their male counterparts, females cast doubts in their own minds and feel the pressure to succeed differently. For many, it is not passion nor skill that holds them back, it is the fear of…

What is unconscious bias? Conscious bias is becoming more easily recognised in today’s culture and tolerance for conscious discrimination in our community is at an all time low. On the flip side, unconscious bias, in its subtlety, often goes unnoticed. In particular, unconscious gender biases often happen habitually as part of historical societal norms, and can be present in both females and males. As an independent girls school, Toorak College is acutely aware of the gender biases that affect…

Get your popcorn ready, because the recent release of Disney's live action remake of Mulan is well worth watching! The highly anticipated drama and action blockbuster has been commended by critics and viewers for its epic portrayal of Mulan who teaches us to be fearless, persistent and resourceful like her. What's better is you can stream Mulan from the comfort of your home thanks to Disney+. The original animated film has continued to be a hit amongst fans since its debut in 1998,…

Almost 15-years on from the original movie, the 2018 sequel of The Incredibles enlivened theatre screens across the world. Wife, mother, and superhero Helen Parr (Elastigirl) steals the spotlight from her incredibly strong superhero husband Bob and proves to her family that she can save the world herself.1. Females are equally equipped as males to save the world After major feminist campaigns including Times Up and Me Too, the 2018 release of The Incredibles 2 is a fitting storyline for today’s…

Little Women hit the big screens this year in its seventh film adaptation directed by Greta Gerwig. It is a powerful film proving that women can be heroes of their own story, and can be bold, persistent, and self-assured to stand strong in who they are, and what they desire for themselves in their present and future. First published in 1868, Louisa May Alcott’s renowned novel Little Women is a narrative exploring sisterhood and female endeavour. 2019’s show-stopping cast of award-winning…