THE City of Greater Geelong\u2019s Women in Community Life Advisory Committee is seeking nominations from individuals keen to join the group.<\/p>\n
The committee advises the city on women\u2019s participation in all aspects of community life, especially in areas of leadership and gender equity.<\/p>\n
The group aims to provide a voice and reference for women across the region that reflects the diversity of the wider community.<\/p>\n
Members include people of all abilities, diverse ages, genders, cultures, geographical locations and life experiences.<\/p>\n
This is a proactive and dedicated group with focus on achieving positive outcomes of equality, inclusion and respect for women in the Geelong region.<\/p>\n
The group is seeking new members that fit the following criteria:
\n\u2022 Commitment to furthering women\u2019s participation, representation and leadership in community life
\n\u2022 Commitment to the Victorian Local Government Women\u2019s Charter
\n\u2022 Commitment to advocacy of the Ba-gurrk, A Gender Equity Framework for the Greater Geelong Region
\n\u2022 Involvement in women\u2019s and other networks
\n\u2022 Commitment and time to actively participate on the Committee
\n\u2022 Capacity to feedback, share and promote the work of the Committee to others<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are many people in our region who are passionate about gender equity and recognising the vital role women play in our community,\u201d the city\u2019s acting director of community life Robyn Stevens said.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are calling on you to put your hand up to play a proactive role in improving equality, inclusion and respect for women in our community.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis group provides effective advice and support to the City, delivering key messages and making an impact on long term decisions that relate to gender equity.<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t miss this opportunity to get involved and have an active role in shaping a more equal and inclusive Greater Geelong community.\u201d<\/p>\n