INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
How WholeLife is Working to Empower Women in the Work Place
International Women’s Day is a global celebration that provides an opportunity to recognise the countless contributions of women and to bring to light the remaining politics of gender equality. This year, we are bringing the focus on Women in the workplace by interviewing the women of WholeLife Pharmacy & Healthfoods stores for the inside scoop.
On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements of the women in WholeLife’s workplace and acknowledge the ongoing struggle for gender equality. We honour the women of WholeLife who have paved the way and inspire future generations to build a career in the pharmacy space.
Here is what two of our stores have to say, a very big thank you to our Lawler’s Dee Why store (located in Sydney’s Northern Beaches) and West End store (located in Brisbane) for participating!
LAWLER’S DEE WHY
Do you think that WholeLife provides enough opportunities for professional development and career advancement for women?
Our Wholelife store provides equal opportunity for all staff members to learn and advance within the business, both on a professional level with training opportunities, and on a personal level through growth of confidence and achievement.
Can you share any measurable outcomes on the representation or advancement of women within your WholeLife store?
We have seen our Brazilian qualified pharmacist advance through the Australian pharmacy system to become a fully qualified Australian pharmacist.
Does WholeLife contribute to the availability and accessibility of healthcare that specifically address women’s health needs? Can you provide an example.
We make it a priority for all staff to be confident, well versed and knowledgeable in all aspects of women’s health needs, this confidence gives our customers comfort to discuss their needs with staff members both male or female.
WEST END
Do you think that WholeLife provides enough opportunities for professional development and career advancement for women?
Wholelife is a great place to advance in your career path as a woman. The entire team – whether it be in one store or in the higher management – are welcoming and kind. The business is judgement free and non-biased; anyone can succeed if they strive to do great things!
Can you share any measurable outcomes on the representation or advancement of women within your WholeLife store?
Our Pharmacist in Charge, Maryam, is currently doing her diploma of business!
Does WholeLife contribute to the availability and accessibility of healthcare that specifically address women’s health needs?
We work hard to make sure that women feel safe in our store. We have a private consult room for women who would like to talk in a safe space. We also always have both male and female pharmacists and pharmacy assistants on the floor to ensure that each person feels listened to and safe.
