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Working and Living in the Northern Territory Survey

This survey explores what it’s like for women and gender-diverse people to live and work in the Northern Territory. The information you share will help shape policy, workplace reform, and advocacy for fairer, safer, and more inclusive communities.

We acknowledge Aboriginal Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of these lands and pay respect to their Elders, past and present. We also recognise Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and other First Nations Peoples from outside the Northern Territory who live and work here today.

Who can take part?
This survey is open to all women (cis and trans) and gender-diverse people who live and/or work in the Northern Territory. By continuing, you’re letting us know you’re happy to take part voluntarily.

Confidentiality
We take your privacy seriously. Your name and any identifying details will not be collected. Individual responses will never be published or shared. What you share will be combined with other responses and reported only in a de-identified way, so no one can be recognised.

Need help completing the survey?
The NT Working Women’s Centre can provide support or help you access the survey. Please call 1800 817 055 or email admin@ntwwc.com.au. We understand that some questions may be sensitive. You can stop at any time or skip any question you don’t want to answer.

The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete. The next few questions ask a bit about who you are and your experiences of living and working in the Northern Territory.
1.Where do you live in the Northern Territory? (Please select all that apply)
2.How long have you lived in the Northern Territory?
3.What industry do you or have you previously worked in?
4.How old are you?
5.What is your gender?
(Please select the option/s that best describes you)
6.We recognise that many people have complex identities.

Please select all that apply, or describe your background in your own words.
7.What is your employment status?
8.What is your citizenship or residency status?
9.Do you live with disability, chronic illness, or neurodivergence?
10.Do you currently have unpaid caring responsibilities (for children, elders, or others)?
11.If yes to the question above, who do you care for?
12.What attracted you to living and/or working in the Northern Territory?(Required.)
13.What have been the benefits of living and/or working in the Northern Territory?
14.Income (optional)
Understanding income ranges helps build a clearer picture of pay equity and cost-of-living pressures across the NT.

What is your approximate annual income (before tax)?
15.How would you describe your financial situation right now?
16.How would you describe your overall wellbeing at this time?
17.What challenges have you encountered in both living and/or working in the Northern Territory?(Required.)
18.How safe do you feel in your community and/or workplace?
19.Have you ever felt that you, or someone you know, was overlooked or treated unfairly because of their identity?(Required.)
20.Do you feel your voice or perspective is represented in decision-making where you live or work?
21.If you are on a temporary visa or have migrated to the NT, are there specific challenges or supports that would help you feel more secure or included?
22.Have you had any problems such as bullying and harassment, or conflicts in your workplace with a colleague or manager?
23.If you said yes, can you tell us what you did or didn’t do, why you made that choice, and what happened as a result?
24.Have experiences of family, domestic, or gender-based violence impacted your ability to live or work safely in the Northern Territory?
25.Have experiences of sexual violence or harassment impacted your ability to live or work safely in the Northern Territory?
26.Which of the following do you think are the main reasons people leave the Northern Territory?(Required.)
27.What changes would improve your community or workplace?(Required.)
28.Are there workplace policies or practices that make you feel valued and included?(Required.)
29.Which of the following best describes your thoughts about staying in or leaving the Northern Territory?(Required.)
30.What would a fair, safe, and inclusive Northern Territory look like to you?
31.Is there anything else you’d like to share about your experience of working or living in the Northern Territory? (For example, things you love, challenges, or changes you’d like to see.)
Thank you for sharing your experiences. What you’ve shared will help strengthen advocacy for safer, fairer, and more inclusive workplaces and communities across the Northern Territory.

Take care of yourself- some of the questions might have brought up strong feelings or memories. Please know you’re not alone — support is available if you need to talk or reach out

Support services:
• 13 YARN (13 92 76): For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people — 24 hours, free and confidential
• Lifeline (13 11 14): Crisis support — 24 hours
• 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732): Family, domestic, or sexual-violence support — 24 hours
• Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636): Mental-health and wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Program, NT: https://www.easa.org.au/employee-assistance-program

For further information, please contact NT Working Women’s Centre: phone 1800 817 055 or email admin@ntwwc.com.au

If you would like to participate in a de-identified interview or focus group to provide more context or depth to your answers, please contact us on: phone 1800 817 055 or email admin@ntwwc.com.au or nicki@ntwwc.com.au

Your voice helps create a Northern Territory where safety, respect, and belonging can grow.
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