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Women’s Charter Advisory Committee seeking committee members

Posted on Monday 29th of March, 2021,

The Greater Shepparton Women’s Charter Advisory Committee (GSWCAC) is calling for nominations from local residents to fill vacant positions on the committee.

The GSWCAC consists of community members and representatives from Greater Shepparton City Council, including a Councillor representative.

The volunteer committee acts as a strategic advisory committee to Council, aiming to promote women in leadership and decision-making. A three-point action plan focussing on Gender Equity, Diversity and Active Citizenship guides the strategic objectives of the committee.

The committee is active in the community, and in partnership with other organisations has achieved:

Events to mark the significance of International Women’s Day
Awarded recognition to a member of the community or organisation via the annual Women’s Award
Provided a scholarship for Kaiela Arts
Delivered training

Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe encouraged members of the community to apply.

“As Mayor I am proud of the ongoing commitment, passion and support the GSWCAC provide to the women within the Greater Shepparton community. This is a fantastic Committee that promotes diversity and gender equity, providing women with the opportunity to gain and develop their leadership and problem solving skills to name a few,” Mayor, Councillor Kim O’Keeffe said.

Cr Kim O’Keeffe said the differences that committee members make to our community are outstanding and having the continued support of the Committee makes a real difference to women’s lives every day.

Application forms are available: