The High Heel of Safety

In this episode of the Women in Safety podcast, Alanna Ball takes us down an unexpected path: the history of high heels. Once designed as a safety measure for men in war, heels have shifted through time to become a symbol loaded with stereotypes.

Alanna unpacks why the Women in Safety logo features a high heel and what it really stands for. It’s not about fashion. 

It’s about strength, visibility, and claiming space in an industry where women’s presence is often overlooked.

This episode challenges how we think about safety branding and the stories we tell about who belongs in the profession. Logos and colours might seem surface level, but they carry deeper meaning when they reflect values like empowerment, recognition, and authority.

If you’ve ever wondered why the Women in Safety heel matters, this conversation will leave you seeing it in a whole new light.

How do you think women’s visibility in safety should be represented? Join the conversation and share your perspective.

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