On 21 February the Victorian Government passed its Gender Equality Bill. Minister for Women, Gabrielle Williams, said the Bill was an Australian first and represented a once in a generation opportunity to influence policy, social norms, cultural expectations and attitudes across Victoria.
The legislation applies to public sector workplaces and will help close the gender pay gap, improve gender equality at all levels of the workforce and reduce workplace sexual harassment. The Bill requires public sector organisations, universities and local councils to develop and implement Gender Equality Action Plans every four years – including data on the current state of gender equality in the organisation and strategies for achieving workplace gender equality. Their progress will be reported on every two years – with results made public for accountability and transparency. Organisations will also need to undertake gender impact assessments, ensuring that policies, programs and services consider the different needs of Victorians of all genders.
Violence against women is serious, prevalent and driven by Gender Inequality. The Gender Equality Bill is relevant to many of our partners and will further reinforce the work of the South Coast Partnership to Prevent Men’s Violence Against Women.
Find out more: https://www.vic.gov.au/gender-equality-bill
Victorian Volunteer Strategy
The Victorian Government has committed to develop and implement a Volunteer Strategy to support and enhance volunteerism in Victoria.
Volunteers are a vital part of Victoria’s social, economic, cultural and environmental fabric, and deliver immense value to Victoria – for communities, places and individuals
While Victoria is home to a vibrant culture of giving, volunteers and volunteering are changing. For volunteering to thrive into the future it requires both a bold vision and practical approaches.
We encourage you to share your thoughts by completing one - or if relevant - both of the surveys below.
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality.
International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress, to call for change and to celebrate the courage and determination of the women who changed history, and those who will advance gender equality into the future. It is also an opportunity to unite, network and mobilise for more meaningful change.
Everywhere, gender is on the mainstream radar and impacting the narrative. Stereotypes and bias are more likely to be called out. Men's role in society is more varied and gender roles are fluid.
We are moving to a very exciting time in history where the world now "expects" gender balance. The world notices its absence and celebrates its presence.
Women are a driving force in the health workforce. Approximately 80% of our health workforce identifies as female. The research tells us that the mainly female frontline health workers compensate for the shortcomings of the health system through individual adjustments, at times to the detriment of their own health and livelihoods. (George, A. 2008) This International Women’s Day take the time to think about what this means for you.
And remember….
An equal world is an enabled world
The rise of women is not about the fall of men
Everyone can play a role in forging gender parity
Gender balance is not a women's issue, it's everyone’s issue
Advocacy, inclusive mindsets and tangible action are needed from all
South Coast Service Providers Network
Social Media Masterclass
16 June 2020
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
South Gippsland Shire Council, Leongatha Register here
(Limited to 20 so get in quick)
Making the most of your social media – Masterclass with Mac & Ernie Social Media Training
In this three-hour session you will learn how to connect the dots between your customers and clients and your social media marketing and promotion. Understanding how the channels work, and how your audiences work with them will give you a greater understanding of how to create content that engages and adds value to your audiences. This 3-hour seminar will answer all your tricky Facebook and Instagram questions, give you lots of tips on how to be more creative, help you with time management (staying out of the rabbit hole) and much much more. It’s suited to people who are already using Facebook and Instagram - not for absolute beginners.
Erika McInerney has 25 years’ experience working in advertising and marketing and a proven track record of putting social media to work for business. Over the past four years through Mac&Ernie, she has worked with hundreds of individuals and organisations across Gippsland and other regional areas to teach them #bettersocial and how to fit digital into the marketing mix…comfortably.
Expression of Interest
SPHERE Community Advisory Group
SPHERE, is the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Sexual and Reproductive Health for Women in Primary Care. The SPHERE Centre of Research Excellence undertakes collaborative research that is aimed at developing innovative, evidence-based models of care that will improve the delivery of sexual and reproductive health services to Australian women through primary care.
SPHERE is seeking expressions of interest from consumers and members of our community who would like to be meaningfully involved in providing advice on projects within the SPHERE research program and also on future research priorities.
More information here
South Coast Service Providers Network Meeting
The Purpose:
To bring together representatives from organisations providing health, social, community and local government services in the Bass Coast & South Gippsland Shires:
To provide a forum to network and collaborate
To share and disseminate information
To provide a vehicle for communication and support
The Format:
Any relevant General Business
2 Guest Speakers - 15 minutes each on their topic
Agency Round Table
Informal Networking with cuppa and snacks
If you would like to be included on the data base for this meeting please email your details to Barbara: barbaral@southgippsland.vic.gov.au or Deb: admin@southcoastpcp.org.au
Dates for 2020 - Meetings alternate between South Gippsland Shire and Bass Coast Shire. **Please note change of venues for Bass Coast Shire meetings.
All welcome!
Date: Wednesday 13 May 2020
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: The Old Wonthaggi Post Office (Cnr Watt St and McBride Ave, Wonthaggi) meeting room
Date: Thursday 13 August 2020
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Venue: Meeting Room 1, Council Chambers, Michael Place, Leongatha
Date: Wednesday 11 November 2020
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Wonthaggi Town Hall Foyer meeting room (Cnr McBride AveBailleau Street East
RUOK? Training for 12-25 year-olds at headpace Wonthaggi 10 March 2020
The Pain Revolution Rural Outreach Tour flyer - Wonthaggi 9 March 2020
SMART Recovery is an accessible, FREE weekly group support for people struggling with addictive behaviours. When: Thursdays 11.00am
Where: Primary Health Entrance, Gippsland Southern Health Service (Leongatha Hospital), Koonwarrra Rd,Leongatha. Flyer for Leongatha sessions
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) - 23 & 24 March- Traralgon. Learn to recognise when someone may be at risk & respond in ways to help increase their immediate safety & link them to further help. Flyer & Registration
What's onMetro & Beyond?
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Research
Alcohol and fast food sponsorship in sporting clubs with junior teams participating in the 'Good Sports' program: a cross-sectional study.
Objective: To examine: alcohol and fast food sponsorship of junior community sporting clubs; the association between sponsorship and club characteristics; and parent and club representative attitudes toward sponsorship. Read more here
SAFE in Oz are seeking partnerships with community organisations throughout Australia for 2020 to bring training workshops to your locality. As a Community Partner you provide a training venue, liaison person and morning & afternoon refreshments Community Partner Information
Management of Obesity - University of Melbourne - Online Course
Calm Kid Central - Online psychological support for children with big feelings & life challenges
Calm Kid Pro - Fast Online Access to Child Psychologist Panel for Consultation
MumSpace website quickly connects you during pregnancy and early parenthood to free support, information and resources…no matter how you’re feeling. Service provider update
Gippsland Women's Health - if you're interested in feminist issues, violence prevention and gender equity consider becoming a member
We have over 300 subscribers to our South Coast Primary & Community Partnership Newsletter. This provides a great opportunity for you to promote your programs, projects and events and learn about what others are doing.
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South Coast Primary & Community Partnership acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and acknowledges and pays respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
