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:
Mind and Soul
Yes, you can teach yourself to be happier. Here’s how
Emma Lennon | April 6, 2022
New research findings and advice from a psychologist suggests that it is possible to train yourself to be happier.
Money
Ethical investing: How a small change could help save the planet
Emma Lennon | March 23, 2022
Here’s how you can start contributing to a cleaner, greener world (without going vegan or ditching your car).
International Women's Day
Meet the women breaking the gender divide in the beer industry
Emma Lennon | March 8, 2022
Long has the beer brewing industry been dominated by men, but the women behind Two Birds Brewing are defying the gender divide.
International Women's Day
The gender gap in medical diagnosis
Emma Lennon | March 6, 2022
Gender bias continues to be a barrier to equal opportunity and wellbeing for women in medical settings. Here’s how.
International Women's Day
What is gender bias and how does it impact women?
Emma Lennon | March 4, 2022
Gender bias is pervasive and appears to remain persistent even among progressive countries. Here’s how it impacts women.
Life
Why I no longer care about being ‘nice’
Emma Lennon | February 14, 2022
Being ‘nice’ leaves too little room for authentic opinions, behaviours and emotions, so I’m ditching the social construct, writes Emma Lennon.
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.