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Women's economic empowerment in Australia

· Michele Bullock, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (Australia)

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· Michele Bullock Wiki · Reserve Bank of Australia WikiWomen's economic empowerment in Australia

ContextSpeech at the Chief Executive Women annual dinner in Melbourne; the Reserve Bank of Australia pursues low inflation and full employment and watches how women take part in the workforce.

Why it mattersThe RBA governor highlights the low share of women in economics and leadership.

Problems raised
  1. Women remain under-represented in economics and leadership.
  2. Economics student numbers have fallen.
  3. Economic literacy is at risk.
Solutions proposed
  1. Support women's economic empowerment.
  2. Encourage diversity in economics.
  3. Improve economic literacy.
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