Mar 8, 2021
In this episode of the Defence Insight Podcast, Rear Admiral
Katherine Richards, head of navy engineering, joins host Phil
Tarrant to recognise the contributions of women in Defence in
celebration of International Women’s Day.
RADM Richards discusses her career journey, noting the shift in
attitudes towards female participation in the Royal Australian
Navy.
The 30-year veteran goes on to explain how female contributions to the warfighting effort have evolved, now playing a “central” role in achieving Australia’s defence and national security objectives.
RADM Richards warns against complacency, noting the importance
of ongoing work to entrench new norms in the culture of the Royal
Australian Navy.
The Rear Admiral concludes by discussing her role as head of Navy
engineering, and her contribution to supporting Defence’s strategic
objectives.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team