7am in 2023: The Trailblazer

<p>Australia can claim a significant world first: a special government adviser on Women’s Affairs.</p><p>Fifty years ago, Elizabeth Reid stepped into the newly created role in Gough Whitlam’s government.</p><p>Abortion access, workplace rights, contraception and education – it was a time of huge change in gender parity and access. But the reaction to Reid and the new position was vicious in some circles. She resigned just two and a half years into the job.</p><p>What motivated her? How did the job change her? And why did she leave Australia once it was over?</p><p>Today, we’re looking back on this interview between Ruby Jones and Elizabeth Reid, one of our favourite episodes of 2023.</p><p>(This episode was first published in May 2023.)</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Socials: </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Women’s affairs adviser to Gough Whitlam, Elizabeth Reid.</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>