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A Global Women’s Movement Sparked By One Woman & Just $200

by admin | Aug 11, 2025 | Women Supporting Women

Stephanie Woollard sparked a global women’s movement with just $200. A masterclass in purpose-driven, social entrepreneurship.

At 22, Stephanie Woollard followed a woman into a tin shed in Kathmandu — and walked out with a purpose that would change thousands of lives. With just $200 and an unwavering belief in dignity over charity, she founded Seven Women, a social enterprise that empowered marginalised women through skills training and employment.

Now, 17 years on and an Order of Australia Medal recipient, Stephanie has handed back that thriving organisation to the Nepali community — and turned her attention to a new chapter: The Celtic Way. In this conversation, Stephanie speaks candidly about the cost of conviction, the drive behind her global impact, and the spiritual anchor that’s fuelled her journey.

Whether you’re a woman with a big idea, or in a moment of doubt, this episode is a masterclass in purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

In this episode, we explore:

– How she built a global social enterprise from scratch — with $200 and a sense of justice

– The philosophy of ‘trade, not aid’ was central to her approach

– Community and unity among women led to significant change.

– What she’s learned about asking, giving, and letting go

– The cost of purpose (and the personal sacrifices along the way)

This is what Stephanie said about creating Seven Women:

“If I get an excited idea or an inspired idea, I literally just go, what’s just one step I can take?”

“That was the foundation of Seven Women, that real sort of empowerment and the women owning it.”

“My passion is to really just see the gold in people and draw that out because we all have value.”

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Connect with Di:

Find Stephanie Woolard OAM at:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%98%EF%B8%8F-stephanie-woollard-oam-46300342/

The Celtic Way https://www.thecelticway.com.au/

Resources:

Bringing The Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxHsclrjyF4

A Spirited Journey: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?app=desktop&list=PLmqPumFTpzdy-Fj5ck7p5dTzscuVcKxKZ

💬 What personal sacrifices have you made? Share in the comments.

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How to Survive the Difficult People in Your Life.

by admin | Aug 6, 2025 | Blog

Di Gillett sits down with psychologists—Dr. Jessie Stern and Rachel Samson, authors of ‘Beyond Difficult’—to explore the emotional terrain of difficult relationships and just how to survive the difficult people in your life. Let’s face it – we all have at least one – or maybe it’s you who’s the problem!

Together, they unpack what really makes someone “difficult” (spoiler: it’s not a diagnosis), and how attachment theory, temperament, and communication styles shape our experience of others—at home, at work, and in ourselves.

Difficult behaviour can be subjective, and in the workplace, relationships can be complex – especially when there are power differentials.

In this episode, we explore:

⇛ Understanding difficult relationships

⇛ The subjectivity of difficult behaviour

⇛ Attachment theory and its impact

⇛ Navigating workplace dynamics

⇛ The role of empathy in relationships

⇛ When to walk away from relationships

New episodes drop every Monday to power your week.

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Find Rachel Stern at:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-samson-335393a8/

Rachel on Instagram @australianpsychologist

💬 Have you had to walk away from a relationship that was no longer serving you? Share in the comments.

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Navigating Aged Care: Expert Advice On Making The Key Decisions Before A Crisis Hits

by admin | Aug 4, 2025 | Aged Care, Female Leaders, Healthy Aging

Aged care is one of the most confronting—and inevitable—journeys we’ll face and knowing where to start before a crisis hits can help you prepare. How to make those important decisions before the decision is forced upon us.

In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di Gillett sits down with aged care advocates Kathy Kirby and Kate Lamont from Thrive Aged Care to unpack the complexities of aged care in Australia.

From early planning and understanding your aged care options, to supporting someone with dementia using the Teepa Snow model, this is the practical guide every Australian family needs.

This episode offers compassionate, clear and essential information to help you navigate this journey with confidence.

In this episode, we explore:

🔹 The current state of Australia’s aged care system 🔹

🔹 Aged care is complex—but with the right planning, it’s not impossible to navigate

🔹 Why early conversations are essential for planning for aging

🔹 Early conversations are the game-changer. Yet many wait until crisis hits. Power of attorney, decision-making documents—even a simple video message—can make all the difference.

🔹 Dementia care requires a different lens. Understanding brain changes can help families respond with empathy, not fear.

🔹 Dementia care insights using Teepa Snow’s communication strategies

🔹 How to identify caregiver burnout and support the carer

🔹 The financial impact of aged care reforms and what’s coming next

🔹 Tools for maintaining self-care and aging well

New episodes drop every Monday to power your week.

Connect with Di:

Find the Thrive Aged-Care Team at:

Website https://www.thriveaged.com.au/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thrive_aged_care_consultants/

RESOURCES:

Teepa Snow https://teepasnow.com/

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Michelle Phillips | Talking Homelessness & Safe, Secure Housing for Women

by admin | Jul 28, 2025 | Blog

In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, host Di Gillett sits down with Michelle Phillips, CEO of YWCA Australia, to talk about one of the most urgent issues facing Australian women today: homelessness and the fight for safe, secure housing.

From launching the Women’s A-League to leading global reproductive health services, Michelle’s career has been grounded in fairness, equity, and bold leadership. Now, she’s on the frontlines of Australia’s housing crisis, reshaping how we think about women’s homelessness and why “a roof over your head” is only part of the story.

In this episode, we explore:

The early signs of housing insecurity many women miss
Why women are more vulnerable to homelessness than ever before
The powerful role of community support and policy change
What the YWCA’s Women’s Housing Framework is doing differently

Michelle outlined that:

🔑 “Housing is a basic human right.”

🔑 “If we don’t have more homes built specifically for women, we will not solve the housing crisis for women.”

🔑 “Women and children aren’t able to leave abusive situations because there’s nowhere to go.”

🔑 “Women just don’t ask for help… and that makes a lot of women’s homelessness quite hidden.”

🔑 “It’s not about choices—it’s the systemic barriers that put women at risk of homelessness.”

New episodes drop every Monday to power your week.

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