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:
Beauty
‘Urgent need for change’: Rebecca Willink’s petition to end make-up discrimination gains traction
Emma Lennon | September 29, 2021
A campaign to end make-up discrimination is gaining momentum, with supermarkets committing to a trial to sell products in dark shades.
Career
Paralysis to walking: How a spinal cord injury transformed Dr Olivia Ong’s outlook
Emma Lennon | September 22, 2021
Dr Olivia Ong was warned she may never walk again. Now she is leading the way for others to practice medicine from the heart.
Relationships
How the pandemic has impacted female friendships
Emma Lennon | September 15, 2021
The pandemic has shifted the dynamic of friendships for a lot of women, redefining the limits of who and what we care about.
Relationships
When is it OK to ‘break up’ with family?
Emma Lennon | September 1, 2021
With family, there’s an expectation to remain close regardless of toxic dynamics. But how do you know when it’s time to set firm boundaries?
Career
Fallen out of love with a dream job? Here’s what you can do
Emma Lennon | August 16, 2021
If you’ve fallen out of love with a dream job, here’s some advice on how you can navigate the next steps.
Health
How to come off the pill without your skin breaking out
Emma Lennon | August 11, 2021
Just because you want to ditch your contraceptive pill doesn’t mean you have to battle with acne.
Business
Women in business: Meet Larah Loutati, founder of Vitable
Emma Lennon | August 9, 2021
Experiencing burnout prompted Larah Loutati to reassess her health, eventually leading her to create vitamin supplements company Vitable.
Beauty
Call for shops to end ‘make-up discrimination’ against women of colour
Emma Lennon | July 7, 2021
Rebecca Willink is demanding that Australian supermarkets start selling make-up for all skin types and end discrimination against women of colour.
Life
How to find trustworthy charities to donate to
Emma Lennon | June 20, 2021
Charities are not all created equal, but there are ways you can ensure your donations will actually help those in need and make an impact.