Jan 31, 2026 | Budget & Election News, News
AGEC’s Pre Budget submission calls on the Government to tackle gender inequality at its roots: childhood stereotypes that fuel workplace harassment, economic insecurity, and violence against women. AGEC demands bold action—mandate gender equality education from...
Apr 10, 2025 | Budget & Election News, Current Activities and Projects, News
To be held on 29 April 7-8pm AEST and hosted by AGEC Chair Coral Ross AM, this important event will feature ALP Senator the Hon Katy Gallagher MP, Minister for Women, and Greens Senator the Hon Larissa Waters MP. We also await confirmation from the Hon Sussan Ley MP,...
Mar 31, 2025 | Budget & Election News, Current Activities and Projects, News
Women make up just over half of Australia’s population. Yet we continue to face significant safety issues in our homes, workplaces and communities, barriers to accessing employment and increased income insecurity throughout our lives. At home, 27% of women have faced...
Mar 31, 2025 | Budget & Election News, Media Release, News
The Australian Gender Equality Council says the Federal Budget confirms the government’s commitment to gender equality and support for a national strategy, albeit modest. Funding initiatives include women’s health and medicines, gender based violence,...
Feb 2, 2025 | Budget & Election News, News
AGEC’s FY25-26 Pre Budget submission cautions that now is not the time to take the focus off gender equality initiatives which will deliver a stronger Australian economy and community. The comprehensive submission calls for real and lasting transformation by...
May 16, 2024 | Budget & Election News, Media Release, News
The Australian Gender Equality Council says the Federal Budget was mixed and fails to deliver on the intent of achieving gender equality in a generation. The budget confirmed funding for several gender equality initiatives in gender-based violence, under-paid care...
