We had the privilege of attending an important conversation around non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)- and everything that comes with them.
At their core, NDAs are meant to protect confidential information.
But in practice, they are often used in situations like workplace disputes or harassment cases- where a person may be required to stay silent in exchange for a settlement.
That’s where things become complicated.
In many parts of the world, laws are already evolving to limit how NDAs can be used; especially when it comes to silencing victims or hiding systemic issues.
Here, in South Australia, the conversation is only just gaining momentum. Current legal protections still lag behind some of these global shifts, and there is growing recognition that reform is needed.
A big thank you to Thais for the invitation and for creating space for these conversations.
If this matters to you, I strongly encourage you to follow and connect with the Working Women's Centre SA Inc and learn more about the work they’re doing.
Because, as they say:
“Our Silence Is Not For Sale.”
That’s a really interesting perspective on NDAs. It’s good to see the discussion around their complexities and how they can be applied – or misused – in different contexts.