Volume 49, No. 12, July 13, 2006

The experience of parents in the Navy taking parental and/or maternity leave is the focus of a study by researchers at the University of Queensland and the University of Sydney.

Volunteers, both male and female, who have had children while serving in the Navy are required for the study.
The following groups of personnel are sought for inclusion:

• Men and women of all ranks who have taken formal paid or unpaid maternity/parental leave upon the birth/adoption of a child;
• Men and women of all ranks who have used other types of leave (such as annual leave) solely/in conjunction with parental/maternity leave upon the birth/adoption of a child;
• Men and women of all ranks who may wish to use parental/maternity leave or comment on other Navy personnel’s use of parental leave.

Any interested participants please contact: Sara Thorp on 0415 825906 or email stho4293@mail.usyd.edu.au.

This study has the approval of the Director General Navy Personnel and Training. Participation is voluntary and confidentiality is assured.

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