Policy Archives - Victorian Women's Trust

VWT Event | Women Represent: Power, Politics and Making a Difference

Hosted by the Victorian Women's Trust on Monday 31 October 2022, Women Represent: Power, Politics and Making a Difference was an online panel discussion which sought to unpack the power women hold in office (despite their numbers) and the ways in which women lead. Moderated by Mary Crooks AO and featuring panelists such as Ramona Vijeyarasa (author of 'The Woman President', a unique comparative study of women's leadership and the law); Fiona Patten MP (Leader of the Reason Party); The Hon. Judith Troeth (former Liberal MP); Samantha Ratnam (Leader of the...

10th November, 22 Read more

Talking about us, without us: a survivor’s perspective on gendered violence, disability and inclusion

If we are set upon making our communities safe from violence, we need "a shift away from able-bodied, white perspectives as default", writes Katie Brebner Griffin. Katie is a queer, dynamically disabled gendered violence activist. She's also a registered nurse, writer, and artist. Her work explores themes of abuse, survival and representation.

1st September, 22 Read more

The U.S is fighting for reproductive rights — what does that mean for Australia?

Sarah Ratcliffe (Phd candidate, University of Sydney) offers her insights into the fall out from the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe V. Wade, and what this judgement means for abortion access in Australia. Is Australia likely to follow in America's footsteps?

7th July, 22 Read more

Daughters of Durga: Dowries, Gender Violence and Family in Australia

An edited extract from Manjula Datta O’Connor's incisive investigation of domestic violence in South Asian communities, and the resilience of women in the face of adversity.

7th July, 22 Read more

Matters That Count: Jacqueline Emery on Affordable Childcare for All Families

Royal Far West CEO Jacqueline Emery writes why the fate of rural and remote communities in years to come depends on what we do about early learning now.

22nd April, 22 Read more

Matters That Count: What to do when you get The Great Brush Off

We all have a right to open and clear dialogue with our elected representatives. This is what to do when they to brush you off.

14th April, 22 Read more

Watch: VWT x Thrive By Five – What can childcare reform deliver for women and children?

To celebrate International Women's Day on 8 March 2022, the Victorian Women's Trust, in partnership with Thrive By Five ran a discussion event with panelists Angela Jackson, Nyadol Nyuon, Jacqueline Emery and Jay Weatherill, canvassing the issues of childcare reform and examining the current state of affairs. Where to get help in Australia: 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 Lifeline 13 11 14 Watch the video, view the chat log and read the transcript below. TRANSCRIPT 00:01:23.000 --> 00:01:36.000 MARY: Welcome everyone and happy International Women's Day, the 8th of March 2022. I'm Mary Crooks and I'm the...

13th April, 22 Read more

Matters That Count: Dr Will Steffen on Climate Action

Earth System Scientist and ANU Emeritus Professor Dr Will Steffen tells VWT why climate action should be a pivotal election issue, especially for women and girls.

7th April, 22 Read more

Matters That Count: Alex Collins on Wage Justice

Hear from aged care worker and VWT volunteer on why wage justice matters to her this election year.

30th March, 22 Read more

Introducing Matters That Count

Imagine. Candidates with the best chance of winning Lower House seats in the forthcoming federal election are asked by constituents where they stand on a set of key issues of deep concern to so many, especially women. You and your friends work to secure their responses on these issues. Your summaries of their responses are promoted across your networks— family, other friends, acquaintances, colleagues and your community networks, ultimately assisting people to make informed choices about candidates on election day. Once your representative takes a seat in the Lower House, you and...

17th March, 22 Read more

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