Dissent (Australian magazine)

Dissent is an Australian independent socialist magazine published three times a year. Founded in 2001, it aims to provide a forum for Marxist and left-wing perspectives on Australian and international politics, economics, and culture.

The magazine features articles, essays, reviews, and interviews that critically examine contemporary social issues, often from a historical materialist perspective. It covers topics such as labour movements, Indigenous rights, environmentalism, feminism, anti-racism, and foreign policy. Dissent aims to promote debate and discussion on the left and contribute to the development of socialist theory and practice.

Dissent is supported by subscriptions and donations. It is known for providing a platform for emerging writers and activists alongside established figures in the Australian left. Its editorial policy emphasizes intellectual rigor and accessibility, seeking to engage a broad readership interested in critical social analysis. While maintaining a socialist stance, it also seeks to engage with a wide range of perspectives within the broader left.