Social work education leadership and gender inequality in Australia

Abstract The aim of this study is to gain an understanding of the experience of gender inequality in higher education by Australian female Heads of Social Work. This exploratory study is significant as it builds upon previous studies of gender inequality that have focused on reasons why women are under-represented in senior positions, pay gaps, leave provisions, and training. The findings provide new information on the experiences of gender inequality of female Australian Heads of Social Work and include recommendations for change.