Australian Gender Equality Council

The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium - Melbourne (Day 1)
2020-08-13 09:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Fully Online (All Keynote Presentations)
CONNECTING, EMPOWERING AND CELEBRATING WOMEN LEADERS
The Australian Women’s Leadership Symposiums are a national series of events focused on the experiences of women leaders in the contemporary workforce.
Held annually, in every state and territory, the Symposiums have been running for over ten years and have become the most highly attended women’s leadership events in the country.

WiBF | Ask the Experts - Maintaining your Performance: the best diet to support immunity with Susie Burrell
2020-07-28 12:15 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Webinar
Good nutrition is not by chance, rather it is a decision that can impact performance and mental functioning on a daily basis. In the current circumstances, it’s more important than ever to protect your physical and mental health but what specifically should we be doing to not only maintain our immunity but increase our energy and performance?
In this 45 minute session, hear from Susie Burrell, one of Australia’s leading dietitians, with 2 Honours degrees in Nutrition & Dietetics and Psychology about the specific strategies you can use to support your wellbeing during these challenging times. She will cover:
– The best diet to support immunity
– How to have more energy throughout the day
– Easy ways to eat well when you are busy

The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium - Sydney
2020-07-28 09:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Fully Online (All Keynote Presentations)

The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium - Adelaide
2020-07-23 09:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Adelaide) | Online

WiBF | Zoomtails - Online networking drinks
2020-07-22 17:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Webinar
WiBF’s Zoomtails bring together members for all over Australia for virtual networking drinks where you can jump online to catch up and have the opportunity to introduce yourself plus meet other members on the line. So grab your favorite cocktail & get ready to mingle with your fellow WiBF members
Join us for a networking hour full of #workingfrom home tales & laughter. Staying connected is the name of the game this month & we are here to lead the campaign. The purpose of this online event is to bring together busy, social go-getters who understand the importance of networking and growing their connections. This is the perfect place to connect, generate ideas, get feedback and meet people with the same goals that you have.

WiBF | Ask the Experts - AGEC: Implementing leading gender equality practices in Strategy, Policy and Implementation
2020-07-21 12:15 - 13:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
COVID-19 has created a swathe of unintended consequences for gender equality in the workplace with women over-represented in both the fields most affected by an economic shutdown and in casual employment, thus more likely to impacted. How can organisations overcome these impacts and promote gender equality in real terms? What can we learn from other organisations in order to create the most effective diversity and inclusion measures? As individuals, how can we increase impact through the actions we take?
In this 45 minute session, hear from Australian Gender Equality Council Chair, Victoria Weekes and Research Director & CEO, Dr Terry Fitzsimmons as they unpack the recently released Leading Workplace Practice in Gender Equality Report.They will cover:
• Which initiatives have the greatest impact to increasing gender equality within organisations
• The 12 key elements of leading workplace best practice in gender equality and how to integrate them into your equality strategy
• What practical steps you can personally take to be a better advocate for gender equality in your career and network

WiBF | Ask the Experts - Practise social distancing but not vocal distancing: How to speak with influence when working remotely
2020-07-13 12:15 - 13:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Webinar
Now it is critical for all employees to be able to speak with impact, influence and confidence. Leaders now need to be heard through a general high level of anxiety or in fast paced and unpredictable scenarios. The business that comes with face to face speaking will get lost in the pandemonium unless people have the skills to stay in control and cut through – virtually or not.
In this 45 minute session, Lucy Cornell, Founder and CEO of The Cornell Voice Advisory, a leading Global Specialist on the speaking Voice for Business leaders will equip you with techniques:
– to stay in voice while working remotely,
– to speak boldly when it matters,
– to be clear and direct,
– to listen deeply so you can discern where agenda meets truth
– to access the remote working super power: to hear what is in a voice – not just the words, but the intention in the voice.

2020 Annual Forum of the Australian Gender Equality Council
2020-04-01 08:00 - 2020-04-02 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
As we head into the new year this is an important message to SAVE THE DATE for the 2020 Annual Forum of the Australian Gender Equality Council, which is being held in Sydney on Wednesday 1st & Thursday 2nd April 2020.
With the successful release of AGEC’s Manifesto for Gender Equality in 2019, we see 2020 as an important year to grow AGEC’s impact and influence by progressing our core objectives. Our successes to date have demonstrated that collaboration with our Member Organisations and key stakeholders is critical to gaining momentum on key gender equality priorities. With your help we see this as the focus of the 2020 Annual Members’ Forum.
The Agenda for AGEC’s 2020 Annual Forum will focus on the domains of the Manifesto we collectively see as priorities for action in 2020 and to identify initiatives where we can collaborate or leverage to make real progress in the year ahead.
The outcomes of the 2019 Forum demonstrated the value of the 2-day format and your feedback told us that spending time together, and learning more about each of our Member Organisations, and your initiatives, was enormously beneficial. So we are keen to get as many of our Member Organisations and key stakeholders together again for the 2020 Annual Forum.

Sydney International Women's Day 2020 I Generation Equality
2020-03-06 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Level 5 Grand Ballroom, International Convention Centre, 14 Darling Dr, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
You are invited to attend UN Women Australia’s preeminent International Women’s Day (IWD)
celebrations around the country again this year, from 28 February through 6 March. The 2020 global
IWD theme is Generation Equality. Generation Equality is a call to action to join forces across
generations, to create a world where every girl and woman has equal opportunities to fulfill their full
potential.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day in Sydney.

Canberra International Women's Day 2020 I Generation Equality
2020-03-05 11:30 - 14:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Exhibition Hall, National Convention Centre Canberra, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra, ACT, 2601, Australia
You are invited to attend UN Women Australia’s preeminent International Women’s Day (IWD)
celebrations around the country again this year, from 28 February through 6 March. The 2020 global
IWD theme is Generation Equality. Generation Equality is a call to action to join forces across
generations, to create a world where every girl and woman has equal opportunities to fulfill their full
potential.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day in Canberra.

Perth International Women's Day 2020 I Generation Equality
2020-03-04 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Perth) | Bellevue Ballroom 1, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
You are invited to attend UN Women Australia’s preeminent International Women’s Day (IWD)
celebrations around the country again this year, from 28 February through 6 March. The 2020 global
IWD theme is Generation Equality. Generation Equality is a call to action to join forces across
generations, to create a world where every girl and woman has equal opportunities to fulfill their full
potential.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day in Perth.

Brisbane International Women's Day 2020 I Generation Equality
2020-03-03 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Great Hall, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Merivale St & Glenelg Street, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101, Australia
You are invited to attend UN Women Australia’s preeminent International Women’s Day (IWD)
celebrations around the country again this year, from 28 February through 6 March. The 2020 global
IWD theme is Generation Equality. Generation Equality is a call to action to join forces across
generations, to create a world where every girl and woman has equal opportunities to fulfill their full
potential.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day in Brisbane.

Melbourne International Women's Day 2020 I Generation Equality
2020-02-28 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Main Hall – First Floor, Melbourne Town Hall, 90-130 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
You are invited to attend UN Women Australia’s preeminent International Women’s Day (IWD)
celebrations around the country again this year, from 28 February through 6 March. The 2020 global
IWD theme is Generation Equality. Generation Equality is a call to action to join forces across
generations, to create a world where every girl and woman has equal opportunities to fulfill their full
potential.
Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day in Melbourne.

Official Launch of the AGEC's WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality Report and Summary Report
2020-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Sparke Helmore Lawyers, Level 29 MLC Centre 19 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

Official Launch of the AGEC's WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality Report and Summary Report
2020-02-25 16:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | L’Oréal, 564 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia

NAWIC VIC The Exchange
2019-12-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2019-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Slate Restaurant Bar 9 Goldsbrough Lane, MELBOURNE VIC 3000 AUSTRALIA, Slate Restaurant Bar 9 Goldsbrough Lane, MELBOURNE, VIC, 3000, Australia
A casual conversation group to exchange with people in the construction industry.

Women for Election Australia | Help more Australian women get elected
2019-11-26 07:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | ANU, Crawford School of Public Policy, Canberry/Springbank Room, Lennox Crossing, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, Australia
Women for Election Australia (WFEA) and the Australian National University (ANU) are partnering to bring to you a uniquely non-partisan forum about politics. This is a must-attend event if you are a woman running for office, managing a campaign or wanting to understand more about politics.

Transport Women Australia Limited 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner
2019-11-16 18:30 - 23:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Windsor Hotel, 111 Spring St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Remembering 20 years of Transport Women Australia Limited with a gala dinner. Honouring founding members and special guests. Celebrating women in transport past, present and future.

Women in Digital National Awards
2019-11-08 18:30 - 23:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
The Women in Digital awards provides you with the opportunity to recognise yourself or others in the industry.
The 2019 awards will be held on Friday the 25th of October in Brisbane. Nominations will open midyear – stay tuned!

Women in Public Sector Leadership
2019-11-01 09:00 - 2019-11-30 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Perth, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Returning for its third year, this full day conference will once again provide you with the inspiration and information to bring about positive change in Western Australia’s workforce.
Details of keynote speaker and theme will be unveiled in May with registrations opening in June.

Voice of Leadership with Stephanie Burns – SYDNEY
2019-10-23 15:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Sydney CBD, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Overview
Leaders make an impact when they speak – What are they doing and how do they do it? In this course participants will learn that professional communications are not just “talking”. They need to be crafted to prepare the minds of those they communicate with such that their messages are heard without judgement, a corner stone of influential communication.
Pre Work
None required
Goals
Overall this course is designed to improve perception, influence and the nature of change.

Voice of Leadership with Stephanie Burns – MELBOURNE
2019-10-14 15:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia

International Day of the Girl Child
2019-10-11
“On this International Day of the Girl, let us recommit to supporting every girl to develop her skills, enter the workforce on equal terms and reach her full potential.” — UN Secretary-General António Guterres

Since 2012, 11 October has been marked as the International Day of the Girl. The day aims to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face, while promoting girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights.
2018 theme: With Her: A Skilled GirlForce
Today’s generation of girls are preparing to enter a world of work that is being transformed by innovation and automation. Educated and skilled workers are in great demand, but roughly a quarter of young people – most of them female – are currently neither employed or in education or training.
Of the 1 billion young people – including 600 million adolescent girls – that will enter the workforce in the next decade, more than 90% of those living in developing countries will work in the informal sector, where low or no pay, abuse and exploitation are common.
On 11 October, International Day of the Girl, we are working alongside all girls to expand existing learning opportunities, chart new pathways and calling on the global community to rethink how to prepare them for a successful transition into the world of work.
Under the theme, With Her: A Skilled GirlForce, International Day of the Girl will mark the beginning of a year-long effort to bring together partners and stakeholders to advocate for, and draw attention and investments to, the most pressing needs and opportunities for girls to attain skills for employability.

Alliance of Girls' Schools | Making a Difference: Student Leadership Summit Christchurch
2019-10-06 08:30 - 2019-10-08 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Rangi Ruru Girls’ School, 59 Hewitts Rd, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand
The Alliance is pleased to invite all Years 9-11 students in Australia and Years 10-12 students in New Zealand to our 2019 Making a Difference Summit.
Designed for students who are interested in stepping into student leadership roles, the programme will give girls the skills and confidence needed to pursue their aspirations to lead their classmates and school community.
Focusing on leadership and life skills that aren’t taught in schools, the Summit will prepare girls to apply for and take on leadership roles with confidence and purpose.
Through in-depth workshops and powerful speakers, the Making a Difference: Student Leadership Summit will give girls the opportunity to find their inner leader.
Who should attend
Years 9-11 students in Australia and Years 10-12 students in New Zealand who have an interest in furthering their leadership opportunities.
Summit Sessions

Authentic Leadership: Determining your leadership values & strengths and understanding leadership styles.
Influencing Others: Understanding others and how to gain their support
The Power of Networking: Building connections with leaders and mentors
Speaking Up & Speaking Out: Getting your ideas and opinions heard
Think Tank: Using your leadership skills to help you succeed

Christchurch: 6-8 October 2019, at Rangi Ruru Girls’ School, 59 Hewitts Rd, Merivale, Christchurch 8014 New Zealand timings are: Day 1 – 1.00pm to 4.00pm , Day 2 – 8.30am to 4.00pm, Day 3 – 8.30am to 11.30am.
Residential option: Rangi Ruru Girls’ School is offering a residential option for students travelling to the event – the cost will be $165 (AUD) for two nights, including meals in addition to the main ticket price. Accommodation is available on 6th and 7th October.

Alliance of Girls' Schools | Making a Difference: Student Leadership Summit Brisbane
2019-09-23 08:30 - 16:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | St Margaret’s Anglican Girls’ School,, 11 Petrie St, Ascot, QLD, 4007, Australia
The Alliance is pleased to invite all Years 9-11 students in Australia and Years 10-12 students in New Zealand to our 2019 Making a Difference Summit.
Designed for students who are interested in stepping into student leadership roles, the programme will give girls the skills and confidence needed to pursue their aspirations to lead their classmates and school community.
Focusing on leadership and life skills that aren’t taught in schools, the Summit will prepare girls to apply for and take on leadership roles with confidence and purpose.
Through in-depth workshops and powerful speakers, the Making a Difference: Student Leadership Summit will give girls the opportunity to find their inner leader.
Who should attend
Years 9-11 students in Australia and Years 10-12 students in New Zealand who have an interest in furthering their leadership opportunities.
Summit Sessions

Authentic Leadership: Determining your leadership values & strengths and understanding leadership styles.
Influencing Others: Understanding others and how to gain their support
The Power of Networking: Building connections with leaders and mentors
Speaking Up & Speaking Out: Getting your ideas and opinions heard
Think Tank: Using your leadership skills to help you succeed

WiT Connectworks Networking
2019-09-17 17:30 - 19:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Stock Exchange Hotel – Roof Top Bar, 131 Edward Street, Brisbane, 131 Edward Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4001, Australia
Come along to our quarterly networking and meet other like minded women working in technology industries. Networking events are a truly great way to make connections, get new ideas and create new opportunities.
We pride ourselves on our inclusivity and community feel and our ability to provide a safe environment for you to maximise your potential.

NAWIC NT | Piper Collective – Wine and Cheese evening
2019-09-11 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Piper Collective, 28 Bishop St, WOOLNER, NT, 0820, Australia
Escape the humidity and Join us for a trip around Australia and enjoy 6 wines with shared cheese platters.
At Piper Collective our aim is to promote a greater appreciation of fine wine and liquor, particularly the way in which food and alcohol can work together to provide an enhanced flavour experience. Our experienced staff under the leadership of Directors, Kelly and Mike, who have together accumulated a depth of knowledge on the subject, have all been trained to help guide our guests through their tasting adventure.

Alliance of Girls' Schools | Twilight Networking Event | Brisbane
2019-09-11 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Stuartholme School, 365 Birdwood Terrace, Brisbane, QLD, 4066, Australia
The Alliance is pleased to invite you and your colleagues to this Twilight Networking Event, kindly hosted by Stuartholme school. More information will follow.

Leadership Futures with Stephanie Burns – SYDNEY (Session 2 of 2)
2019-09-11 15:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Sydney CBD, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Overview
Have you attended Dr. Stephanie Burns’ Voice of Leadership Program? Are you ready to learn more, to take another set of steps toward your future, to prepare a detailed plan for how you can take Stephanie’s learnings and apply them towards achieving your career goals? Our Leadership Futures course is designed for those graduates of the Voice of Leadership, who are interested in looking more deeply into the development of your human behaviour and leadership skills. The course is delivered over two sessions, each with its own focus. This program builds on the content of the Voice of Leadership program, and takes you into workshopping that content designing your own long-term future development. Unlike the WiBF Voice of Leadership Program, Leadership Futures is open to an intimate cohort of 20 participants for a highly personalised and tailored experience and coaching from Stef. Note: This program is offered subject to demand. In the event that the program does not fill, we may look to reschedule to an alternative date. Please register to confirm your place as soon as possible.
Pre Work
None required
Goals
Overall this course is designed to improve perception, influence and the nature of change.
