NSW parliament rewrites breastfeeding policy with gender-neutral terms
NSW Parliament updated its breastfeeding policy to use gender-neutral terms like parent and carer.
NSW Parliament revised its internal breastfeeding policy. The new policy replaces words specific to women with gender-neutral language, using terms like parent, carer, and lactating parent.
NSW Liberal leader Kellie Sloane posted a viral video criticising the change. She said only women breastfeed.
She said parliament should not be messing with the language. Kellie Sloane argued that removing gendered terms does women a disservice.
It robs them of something unique. The video drew thousands of likes and comments from supporters.
The updated policy states parliament recognises the importance of breastfeeding. It aims to provide a family-friendly workplace.
- 21,000 likes and 2,400 responses
- Video engagement
- Kellie Sloane, NSW Liberal leader
- Critic
- Provide family-friendly workplace
- Policy intent
Why it mattersThe policy change raises questions about how public institutions balance workplace inclusion with recognition of biological differences.
AustraliaNSW Parliament's workplace policies affect how the state legislature treats staff and shapes public conversation about gender language in Australian institutions.
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