Celebrating a New Legacy: The Launch of the Lesley Vick Sub-Fund
A permanent investment in reproductive rights, abortion access, and legal equality.
18th June, 26 Read more
Introducing our Feminist Researcher in Residence: Dr Elise Stephenson
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we work, how we're seen, and how power is distributed. Women and marginalised communities are disproportionately affected, and too rarely consulted. With this Residency, the Victorian Women's Trust seeks to make gender a priority in AI governance.
26th May, 26 Read more
What does a safe marriage look like? Wellsprings for Women asked the women themselves.
In Dandenong, one of the most culturally diverse communities in Victoria, women from many different backgrounds came together to answer a deceptively simple question: what makes a marriage safe and happy?
21st May, 26 Read more
The youth activist rocking the boats
“I would never want to sit around and be complaining about something when I’m not doing anything to try and change it.”
21st May, 26 Read more
Vale Jo Baevski, Unwavering Supporter for Women and Girls
We honour the memory of Joanna (Jo) Baevski, who passed away recently. For decades, Jo was a generous, feminist philanthropist whose vision for a more equal world helped shape the story of the Victorian Women’s Trust.
19th May, 26 Read more
Witness, Resistance, and the Power of Words: Melbourne Writers Festival 2026
Join this special book club discussion on Victoria Amelina's Looking at Women, Looking at War, happening Sunday 10 May, as part of the Melbourne Writers Festival 2026. Proudly supported by the Victorian Women's Trust.
16th April, 26 Read more
Remembering Peg Lusink, our founding Convenor
Vale The Honourable Margaret (Peg) Lusink AM (1922-2026), a foundational figure in the history of the Victorian Women’s Trust.
9th April, 26 Read more
Cut Paste Protest! Free zine workshop for young feminists
Are you a young woman or gender-diverse person aged 18–25? Do you have something to say about the state of the world, but aren't sure where to put it? Join Rosie and the Victorian Women’s Trust for Cut Paste Protest!, a hands-on afternoon of creative activism at the Queen Victoria Women’s Centre.
1st April, 26 Read more
New dates, simpler process: Our 2026 grants round is almost here
We’ve simplified our 2026-27 grants process to focus on your project’s impact rather than paperwork, with a new opening date of Thursday 23 April. Explore our refined themes and updated guidelines to see how we can help you catalyse change for women, girls, and gender-diverse Victorians.
31st March, 26 Read more
IWD speech: Leena van Deventer on Melbourne foodie legend and feminist trailblazer, Duré Dara OAM
VWT Board Member Leena van Deventer reflects on the legacy of Duré Dara OAM, from the bohemian 80s food scene with Stephanie Alexander, her success as a restaurateur, to her 10+ years on the Board of the Victorian Women's Trust. A beautiful tribute to a woman who used her knowledge of food, empathy, and humour to build community.
31st March, 26 Read more