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There are many barriers that reduce or stop women and girls from being active. The ‘fear of judgement’ is one such barrier common to all life stages. While this issue is complex, the good...

Research and publications

1 min read

29 Mar 2019

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/females-and-physical-activity

Gender equality health and wellbeing

VicHealth has a history of working in gender equality in recognition of its health and wellbeing benefits for women and girls.For close to two decades, we have delivered initiatives to support the...

Research and publications

5 min read

19 Feb 2021

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/gender-equality-health-and-wellbeing

Masculinities and health

What does it mean to be a man in Australia? Research shows that the pressure on men to follow outdated stereotypes of masculinity is contributing to their anxiety, depression, risky drinking and...

Research and publications

8 min read

14 Oct 2022

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/masculinities-and-health

Helping women and girls get active

As part of VicHealth's This Girl Can campaign, we've put together this practical guide to give you advice, suggestions, hints and tips to help more women and girls in your local area to get...

Research and publications

1 min read

8 Mar 2023

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/helping-women-and-girls-get-active

Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022

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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.