Skye Saunders

Dr Skye Saunders is a leading expert in sex discrimination law and workplace sexual harassment in Australia. She is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of New England and an Honorary Associate Professor at the Australian National University College of Law.3 Saunders is known for her groundbreaking research on sexual harassment in rural Australian workplaces.12

Key aspects of Dr Saunders' career and expertise include:

1. Research: Her 2015 book "Whispers from the Bush: The Workplace Sexual Harassment of Australian Rural Women" was the first Australian research on sexual harassment in rural and remote workplaces.3

2. Consulting: She works as a consultant, partnering with organizations, schools, universities, and rural groups to address sex discrimination issues.2

3. Speaking: Saunders is a prominent keynote speaker on sex discrimination, regularly appearing at national and international events.2

4. Legal practice: She also practices law as Special Counsel on Sex Discrimination matters.3

5. Advocacy: Saunders has been a delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women in 2018 and 2019.3

6. Leadership: She serves as the Vice President of the YWCA Canberra.3

Dr Saunders received her PhD from the University of Canberra in 20154 and has been recognized with awards such as the Chancellor's Distinguished Young Alumni Award from the University of Canberra.3