 Australia has also been home to several prominent feminist activists and writers, including Germaine Greer, author of "The Female Eunuch"; Julia Gillard, former prime minister; Vida Goldstein, suffragist; and Edith Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian parliament.Feminist action seeking equal opportunity in employment has resulted in partially successful legislation.Laws against sex discrimination exist and women's units in government departments have been established.