We are a proudly feminist organisation supporting the creation of equal, just and resilient regional communities that are safe and healthy for all.
We believe — gender equality benefits everyone
We embrace — diversity
We are — a feminist organisation
We support — cultural transformation
We build — the capacity of communities
Gender equity
We are leaders in the field of gender equity and intersectionality.
What we do
We provide a regional and rural perspective on gender equality that is relevant to our own communities.
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Our work is focused on building capacity to support and advance women’s economic security, agency and wellbeing in the face of climate change, sexual and reproductive health and to prevent violence against women. We’re here to share knowledge, promote understanding and advocate for equality, knowing that with awareness comes change.
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Climate change | Economic empowerment | Gender equity
Prevention of violence against women | Sexual and reproductive health
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Victorian women: Sick of small change
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We believe in the potential of communities and individuals to drive change and work with stakeholders that are committed to change towards gender equality.
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Not enough support for Victorian women in Federal budget
The investment in women’s health was a positive moment in a budget that, overall, still struggles to support women in our community. However, even this is not enough to support women in Victoria, with Women’s Health Services calling for an extra $5.75 investment per Victorian women.
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Joint statement: Victorian women are sick of small change
We’re calling for Women’s Health Services funding to be increased from $2.05 per woman to $5.75 per woman. We want first time investments for women with disabilities, Indigenous women and LGBTIQ women and trans and gender diverse people and a boost for migrant and refugee women, too.
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Victorian women: Sick of small change
Alarming data shows Victorian women have gotten sicker, more anxious and depressed since the commencement of the pandemic. Historic under-investment in the Women’s Health Services sector, and a gender bias in investment and policy, means this crisis is likely to deteriorate further, unless the Victorian State Government prioritises the funding of Women’s Health Services in its budget this year.