Emma Lennon
Emma Lennon is a passionate writer, editor and community development professional. With over ten years’ experience in the disability, health and advocacy sectors, Emma is dedicated to creating work that highlights important social issues.
Articles by Emma:
Life
The Good Edit podcast challenges limiting narratives of Jewish women
Emma Lennon | February 2, 2022
Rebecca Davis launched the podcast The Good Edit to lift the voices of Jewish women and counter entrenched gender bias.
Career
Great resignation or great reshuffle?
Emma Lennon | December 20, 2021
Predictions of mass resignations from jobs during the pandemic is a hot topic, but is it more about reassessing what we want from our lives?
Life
How to navigate awkward family conversations this Christmas
Emma Lennon | December 8, 2021
Many people are anticipating the uncomfortable interactions with extended family during the holidays. Here’s how you can manage awkward conversations.
Relationships
Whose career should be prioritised in a relationship?
Emma Lennon | December 6, 2021
For today's modern couples, deciding whose career takes top priority within the relationship is becoming more nuanced and complex.
Fitness
How my commitment to fitness almost destroyed my health
Emma Lennon | November 29, 2021
Despite my knowledge of the dangers of restrictive diets, the allure of the ‘fit girl’ aesthetic led me down a path that could have cost me my life.
Money
Why women need to stop saving money – and start investing
Emma Lennon | November 10, 2021
Research shows that women are considered investors who take a long-term approach, often earning greater returns than male investors.
Mind and Soul
What is high-functioning depression, and do you have it?
Emma Lennon | October 20, 2021
It’s a mental illness that often flies under the radar because high-functioning depression can involve someone suffering invisibly.
Life
‘Everyone needs connection’: How 4 Voices is helping vulnerable women
Emma Lennon | October 11, 2021
Jo Westh is on a mission to address unjust hardships facing Australian women through her charity 4 Voices. Here's how she is helping them.
Life
Why are thirty-something women in crisis?
Emma Lennon | October 6, 2021
For many women in their thirties, the pressure to hit adult milestones is at odds with their personal values.