Executive Summary
December 2023
The Power and Privilege Discussion Paper, developed by the Champions of Change Architecture Group, examines the impact of workplace power dynamics and privilege on career progression – as barriers and enablers within the Australian architectural industry. The toolkit is based on survey and interview-based research specific to the architecture industry.
In architecture, as in most other industries positions of power are largely held by men. Examining our practices, systems and structures through the lens of power and privilege helps reveal and respond to inequity and the structures that support it. This understanding then enables us to begin to disrupt and reshape many of the barriers to inclusive gender equality. More specifically, once we understand the mechanisms of power and privilege, we can take action to ensure more equitable access to leadership pathways for all employees.
The Champions of Change Coalition strategy focuses on engaging powerful people to advance women in leadership and achieve inclusive gender equality more broadly within member organisations. Recent work explores how the ‘power’ can be better used and shared to achieve progress towards gender equality.
