{"id":6609,"date":"2022-11-02T12:03:54","date_gmt":"2022-11-02T01:03:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whg.sdhosting.com.au\/annual-report-2020-21-copy\/"},"modified":"2024-05-06T06:39:04","modified_gmt":"2024-05-05T20:39:04","slug":"annual-report-2021-22","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/whg.org.au\/annual-archive\/annual-report-2021-22\/","title":{"rendered":"Annual Report 2021-22"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#eaeaea” bg_image=”6706″ bg_position=”center center” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”80″ constrain_group_7=”yes” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”2″ color_overlay=”rgba(255,255,255,0.75)” color_overlay_2=”rgba(255,255,255,0.75)” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.8″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” constrain_group_1=”yes” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” color_overlay_2=”rgba(255,255,255,0.01)” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”160″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1669093716628{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n
The year was big – one that was, again, impacted by COVID19 and the ever changing landscape that this has presented – but one that allowed us to continue to move closer to purpose and connection as we navigated it together. I am most inspired by our new Strategic Plan which deepens our intersectional approach and the progress we have made towards our Reconciliation Action Plan and commitment to applying a decolonising framework across WHG. We are incredibly excited to see our collective vision come to life, led by the communities we work with, to continue learning together with a continued desire, hope and deep belief in a more just and equitable society for all.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]As a Board, we are continually awed by the work of the WHG team and feel an enormous amount of gratitude for each and every team member, led by our incredible CEO, Marianne. Over the past 12 months we have said goodbye to 3 incredibly talented women from our Board, Shawna Dominelli, long serving member, Rachel Whittaker and our tireless and incredibly diligent treasurer, Julie Ann Zajac. Our deepest thanks and best wishes to these past Board members. we also gained new members in Carly Myers, Cobie McQueen and our Treasurer, Onella Cooray, who bravely stepped into the role. As a Board, it has been a year for reflection and we emerge energised through a renewed sense of purpose through our deepening commitment to intersectionality, inclusion and meaningful advocacy. Moving into 2023, we look to strengthen our safeguarding and risk management frameworks and investigate our ways of working, with support of Board professional development and mentoring, to ensure we are the most cohesive and effective we can be in service of all of our staff, partners and communities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”left-right” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][team_member image_url=”6198″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”none” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Shani Cain” job_position=”Chair”][\/team_member][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”120″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”reports” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”CEO’s Report” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23481f66″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Whilst the pandemic continues to impact our lives, thankfully this past year saw us return to some semblance of business as usual, dusting off the office desks and relishing the opportunity to have badly missed face to face time, to welcome in person new staff members and reconnect with partners in a way that only real life connection can provide.<\/p>\n
We continue to operate hybrid with flexibility and are thankful that our skills and capacity to work and engage online and remotely have been honed to maximise engagement and ability to work effectively in changing circumstances<\/p>\n
The Victorian State Budget in May 2022 provided excellent news with much needed additional investment in the women\u2019s health and gender equality space. This has enabled us to develop positions based on our strategic priorities and regional needs, including a Research and Evaluation position, a First Nations Health Equality Team, a further Equality for All Project as well as bolstering our existing capability to support CoRE and sexual and reproductive health. We acknowledge the collaborative advocacy that led to this funding increase across the Victorian Women\u2019s Health Services and led by our peak body Gender Equity Victoria (GENVIC).<\/p>\n
As our staff group continues to grow, what is most welcome has been the ability to offer longer term contracts – to provide women with certainty and flexibility is important for those we employ and also in terms of setting a standard we want to see more broadly applied in society.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]We have set about implementing the new Communities of Respect and Equality (CoRE) Strategy with recommitment from CoRE members, combined with steady growth. There has been noticeable increase in interest and membership from the trades and traditionally male dominated work spaces influenced by the impact of our Women in Trades programs, CoRE Hi Vis, Act on Site and See What You Can Be.<\/p>\n
Partnerships continued to be at the forefront of our strategic approach and enable us to maximise our impact and reach. We strengthened our relationship with Federation University and look forward to the opportunities that emerge from the Future Regions Resource Centre in the Wimmera. We have also forged strong new connections with the new entity Grampians Health and the Grampians Public Health unit. We are excited by collective advocacy on reproductive health access along with these and other health partners across the region and supported by the expertise of the Royal Women’s Hospital Clinical Champions.<\/p>\n
As always, my gratitude to the amazing staff group is deep and sincere, they have continued to be highly professional, hardworking, supportive and fun, making WHG just the best place to work and thrive.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”left-right” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][team_member image_url=”5744″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”none” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Marianne Hendron” job_position=”Chief Executive Officer” image_size=”medium”][\/team_member][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f2f2f2″ full_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”60″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”about” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”ABOUT WHG” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23481f66″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”40″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-6-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color=”#e5e5e5″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#481f66″ column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]\n
The work to refine and complete our 2022-26 strategic plan has been thorough, consultative, and inspiring. In the coming months we will be proud to present this new plan that is firmly rooted in our core values and gives us a strong foundation for the years ahead.<\/p>\n
A gender equal society where everyone can flourish.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667352915033{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n
To eliminate gender inequality and improve the health, safety and wellbeing of women and gender diverse people.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n
Shawna Dominelli<\/strong> – Retired November 2021<\/p>\n Onella Cooray<\/strong> – Elected November 2021[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”left-right” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]Carly Myers<\/strong> – Elected November 2021<\/p>\n Julie Ann Zajac (Treasurer)<\/strong> – Retired April 2022<\/p>\n Cobie Mc Queen<\/strong> – Co-opted April 2022[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner 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Without cooperation, collaboration, and resource sharing we would not be able to do the work we do. It is with profound gratitude and appreciation that we give thanks to all who have walked by our side over the past year as we work together to create safe, respectful communities across the Grampians region.<\/p>\n We have been active on committees and networks throughout the region and beyond in 2021-22:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][toggles style=”default”][toggle color=”Default” title=”Whole of Grampians region:”] To build strong relationships and foster cultures of respect and equality, we aim to embed reconciliation at all levels of our organisation. We reflect on our systems and processes and take responsibility for ensuring cultural safety throughout Women\u2019s Health Grampians – this is the foundation from which we can build meaningful partnerships in our region.<\/p>\n Following the development of our Aboriginal Family Violence Sector Cultural Safety Framework Action Plan in 2020-21, this year we started to develop our first Reconciliation Action Plan. Capacity building and professional development has been a strong element of this first phase, and has included cultural safety training for all staff; the development of a Reconciliation Library for staff; attendance at Reconciliation Australia workshops and conferences; and participation in Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week events.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=”large” constrain_group_1=”yes” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”see-through-2″ color_override=”#ffffff” hover_text_color_override=”#ffffff” icon_family=”none” text=”Reconciliation Statement” url=”https:\/\/whg.org.au\/annual-archive\/about-us\/statement-of-reconciliation\/” margin_top=”30″ margin_bottom=”30″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”5932″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”medium_depth” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”20″][vc_column_text]\n In 2020-21, WHG worked closely with Women with Disabilities Victoria to build our capacity for inclusive primary prevention activity. We also took park in a panel discussion at the Primary Prevention of Violence Against Women with Disabilities forum, discussing our learnings and partnership with Women with Disabilities Victoria.\u00a0 We also completed our Disability Inclusion Plan and have begun implementing a range of organisational activities, including completing whole of staff training.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ bottom_padding=”80″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column 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gradient_type=”default”][milestone heading_inherit=”default” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” milestone_alignment=”default” number=”3″ subject=”Submissions endorsed”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_text_separator title=”Campaigns” title_align=”separator_align_left” el_class=”line-title” css=”.vc_custom_1667438211589{margin-top: 120px !important;}”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667440633716{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]WHG has increased its online presence and activity over the past year with eight discrete and well-received social media campaigns across our three platforms (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).<\/p>\n In addition, we ran a targeted regional COVID-19 vaccination and health social media campaign over an extended period as part of the WOMHeN (Multilingual Health Educator) project.<\/p>\n We also participated in two statewide advocacy campaigns with our partners at GenVic and other women\u2019s health services across the state:<\/p>\n For our 16 Days of Activism 2021 social media campaign we developed a suite of online collateral and led its reach throughout our region with:<\/p>\n The campaign was based on \u201816 Ways in 16 Days\u2019: 16 ways to combat everyday sexism and discrimination<\/em>. We shared our resources with CoRE members, and promoted and delivered a Bystander Conversations event during the 16 Days period.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”6632″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”20″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” constrain_group_1=”yes” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667443643348{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]\n Along with the GEN VIC Sexual and Reproductive Health Community of Practice members, we participated in a Sexual Health Week Social Media campaign to coincide with two significant international health days: World Contraception Day (26 September) and International Safe Abortion Day (28 September). For International Safe Abortion Day, we were able to re-promote our Regional Abortion Information Video and proudly see this launched in eight different languages: Burmese, Farsi, Korean, Italian, Turkish, Spanish, Swahili and Vietnamese. This was made possible through a collaboration with Multicultural Centre for Women\u2019s Health.<\/p>\n Our social media campaign focused on promoting 1800 My Options and abortion healthcare options. The Facebook campaign targeting a potential audience size of 12,000 females aged 15-50 years, achieved:<\/p>\n In July 2021, the new CoRE Strategy was launched, and the event was attended by 100 individuals. The 2021-2025 CoRE Strategy marks the evolution of CoRE and sets the scene for growth and more advanced actions over the next four years. In addition to the WHG CEO and Manager Strategy and Programs, the following speakers presented:<\/p>\n The March 2022 International Women\u2019s Day event in Horsham was a collaboration between WHG, Rotary Club of Horsham East, Wimmera Development Association and Horsham Rural City Council. Professor Martha Hickey, Director of the Women’s Gynaecology Research Centre at The Women\u2019s and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Melbourne spoke insightfully on gender bias in healthcare. 42 people attended the event.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6660″ image_size=”large” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”20″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1667368142557{border-radius: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6641″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”20″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667368976515{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n In March 2022, we launched our Act On Site workplace. Developed with Federal funding, this program is designed to activate culture change in traditionally male-dominated sectors such as construction and manufacturing. A focused campaign to attract interest and source potential Act on Site participants began in February and culminated in the creation of a \u201cShaping the Workplace Culture for Women in Trades\u201d online panel. The panel consisted of three regional industry experts providing engaging commentary and experience pertaining to the creation of and investment in safe, healthy and gender equitable workplaces.<\/p>\n Panel members included Kylie Slade, Owner of all female company Livewire Electrical; Tim Walshe, Director JK Personnel Recruitment Company focussing on Trades and Julian Govan, Director SprayLine Services, Department of Transport.<\/p>\n 31 people attended the online event and in addition, the recording of the panel has been viewed 47 times.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_single_testimonial testimonial_style=”small_modern” color=”Default” quote=”It was great to watch, and see some very interesting panel speakers who articulated the current state of play facing women in the trades workspace currently. I was very reassured to see two men who are instrumental in assisting to address the gender imbalance, and who show the empathy required to affect positive change. My take away from it all was we need to see more female representation in this sector, most particularly in trades roles, so it becomes normal for young females to see this as a legitimate and safe career path option.” name=”Panel attendee”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#481c67″ scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ bottom_padding=”80″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”culture” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.8″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”GENDER EQUALITY ACT” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”white” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667369147316{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Twenty-two percent of our CoRE members are Defined Entities with responsibilities under the Victoria Gender Equality Act 2020 (GEA). They are required to promote workplace gender equality and consider gender equality in their policies, programs and services.<\/p>\n To build capacity and support defined entities to implement and deliver the Gender Equality Act requirements, WHG employed two Gender Equality Act Advisors: one to cover Ballarat and Central Highlands and the other to cover the Wimmera and Grampians Pyrenees. Our advisors were co-funded by thirteen local organisations and worked collaboratively and collectively with defined entities across the region.<\/p>\n All defined entity CoRE Members were able to access information, resources, and advice. This included the development of a training package on implementing Gender Impact Assessments (GIAs), and the delivery of a CoRE Community of Practice that focused on the seven GEA indicators.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]More broadly, we were able to meet with the Commissioner for Gender Equality in the Public Service to highlight key issues emerging in the region. WHG is also a member of the Action for Gender Equality Partnership (AGEP) with GenVIC and other Victorian women\u2019s health services, part of the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector\u2019s panel of providers. This year, we assisted in the delivery of Gender Impact Assessment training, and facilitation of a Gender Equality Act Community of Practice for rural and regional defined entities. As part of this partnership, we also provided support to defined entities including the Melbourne Sports Centre, Melbourne Olympic Parks Trust and the Victorian Institute of Sport.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][nectar_single_testimonial testimonial_style=”small_modern” text_color=”#ffffff” color=”Default” quote=”I would like to thank you for your support, guidance and facilitation of our recent GE consultations, you made this process so inclusive, informative and productive. Verbal feedback so far is that staff felt listened to and welcomed.” name=”CoRE member defined entity”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”60″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”srh” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23481f66″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1667368142557{border-radius: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1668557073064{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n WHG values and invests in networks and relationships to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services in our region. We continue to convene the Increasing Reproductive Choices Stakeholder Group, comprised of key organisations working in this space in the Grampians region.<\/p>\n This year, WHG worked with partners to find opportunities to install ten free condom dispensers across four local government areas:<\/p>\n We are also working with Local Council CoRE Members on Municipal Health and Wellbeing initiatives. For example, in Gender Impact Assessment training, we assisted one council to consider support for sexual health through a review of their Public Facilities Strategy and potential provision of condoms and\/or menstrual products.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1667368142557{border-radius: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667369979393{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n WHG aims to build workforce capacity, strengthen regional partnerships and open critical conversations about wider service access issues. We linked Sexual and Reproductive Health champions with relevant online training, support and networks. We also participated in a number of sector coalitions providing a rural and regional women\u2019s perspective, and brought the latest evidence and knowledge back to our partners.<\/p>\n Extensive consultation and meetings with regional stakeholders and groups this year highlighted sexual and reproductive health issues within a broad range of settings and sectors, including:<\/p>\n In addition, in 2021-22, WHG:<\/p>\n New data released in June 2022 has provided critical evidence highlighting the shortfall of services for early medical abortion and long acting contraception across the Grampians region. A summary of this data has been shared with partners and stakeholders in the region, and a roundtable with fifteen regional stakeholders was held. Discussion captured challenges and opportunities for future growth in service provision across primary care and public hospitals.<\/p>\n At the beginning of 2022, we launched our Instagram account with a specific goal to engage a younger demographic and focus on sexual and reproductive health. In the six months to June, we made 41 posts, posted 46 stories, accumulated 231 followers and reached approximately 1400 accounts. Data analysis shows that 47% of our Instagram followers are under 35, compared to 23% on Facebook. It promises to keep growing into a significant tool for engaging with young people and sharing relevant and timely content.<\/p>\n WHG has also connected regional partners with youth-focussed campaigns to improve sexual and reproductive health. In addition, we have also developed a campaign to increase awareness of local sexual health service options.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6639″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”20″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f2f2f2″ full_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”60″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”core” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”COMMUNITIES OF RESPECT AND EQUALITY (CoRE)” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23481f66″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” css=”.vc_custom_1667368142557{border-radius: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”5864″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667370494533{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n The new CoRE Strategy 2021-2025 was launched in July 2021, together with an accompanying Monitoring and Evaluation Framework. Since the launch of the new CoRE Strategy, Regional Consultants have been transitioning CoRE members, including assessing whether CoRE members meet or are planning to meet the new membership requirements. This also required members to sign up to the new CoRE Commitment Charter. Five new members joined CoRE in 2021-22 and as of 30 June 2022 there were 117 CoRE members from a range of organisations across the Grampians region.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6679″ image_size=”large” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”10px” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” 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column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667442574556{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n All CoRE Members are encouraged to develop a CoRE Action Plan or a Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP) – a particular requirement of defined entities. Currently 80 CoRE Members (68%) are known to have a CoRE Action Plan or GEAP.<\/p>\n CoRE Members reported in the Annual Snapshot Report that they had undertaken a wide range of activities in the past 12 months, with support for events, communication of CoRE messages and participation in the CoRE Community of Practice being the most common.<\/p>\n One-on-one advice from Regional Consultants continues to be rated highly by CoRE members. The support available to assist members develop plans was highly valued, with 92% of CoRE members who responded to the Annual Snapshot survey reporting to be very or mostly satisfied with the support provided by WHG.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6680″ image_size=”large” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][nectar_single_testimonial testimonial_style=”small_modern” color=”Default” quote=”We have had feedback, post bystander training from staff, that they feel more informed about the risks in taking action without considering the consequences for those they are trying to defend\/protect\/support.” name=”Community of Practice Participant”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” el_id=”different”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667446410300{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n This year, the CoRE Friends Network was set up in response to a recommendation in the CoRE Annual Report 2020-21. The purpose of this quarterly network newsletter is to connect with individual employees and volunteers of CoRE member organisations to share resources and encourage them to take action. It promotes CoRE and activates the individual level of the ecological model of violence prevention, while still working with an organisational framework.<\/p>\n Three conference papers were presented by WHG in 2021-22:<\/p>\n Act@Play is an intensive 6-month program to support local sporting clubs and associations to raise awareness of the prevention of violence against women and advance gender equality outcomes. Funded by Sport and Recreation Victoria, Act@Play has built on the outcomes and learnings achieved over the program\u2019s previous delivery in the Central Highlands region (2018-2021), with a specific focus on clubs and associations in the Wimmera region of Victoria. WHG is currently working with Minyip Murtoa Football Netball Club and Horsham Basketball Association.<\/p>\n As part of WHG\u2019s gender and sport portfolio, the following presentations were also delivered:<\/p>\n Funded by the Victorian Department of Health, Central Highlands PCP and DFFH, our Multilingual Health Educator team continued to work with partners across the region to:<\/p>\n As part of the Health Equality for All project, WHG also developed the research report – Learning from lived experience: Mental health impacts of COVID-19 on migrant and refugee women in the Grampians region<\/em> and accompanying animation.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_video link=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/nj8EVe0lq-0″][image_with_animation image_url=”6667″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]\n This project provided CoRE members with information and insights into young women\u2019s experiences of inequalities during COVID-19 and beyond, with a focus on the impacts on social connection, mental health and employment for young women in the Grampians region. Videos and accompanying social media resources were developed as a result. The project came to an end in September 2021.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6669″ image_size=”large” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_text_separator title=”Women in Trades” title_align=”separator_align_left” el_class=”line-title” css=”.vc_custom_1667443401617{margin-top: 120px !important;}”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]\n Funded by Commonwealth Government Women\u2019s Leadership and Development Program in 2021, this project aims to increase the recruitment and retention of women in male-dominated industries through the development and delivery of a whole-of-workplace program, Act On Site. In 2021-22, activity focused on the development of the program package, establishment of industry networks, and the official launch of Act On Site in March 2022.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6641″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_bottom=”40″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”40″ constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”40″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]\n As part of the same project, See What You Can Be aims to support and train up to six women currently working in male-dominated industries to become mentors and advocates on gender equality issues within their sector. We are developing a program aimed at enhancing pathways for girls and women into male-dominated industries, including careers education. In 2021-22, we recruited and trained five advocates. Our advocates have delivered several speaking engagements, which have been very well received, along with a number of sessions with careers educators within schools and TAFE.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6688″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”60px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text]\n Funded by the Helen MacPherson Smith Trust, this project, based in the Central Highlands region, aims to increase female workforce participation in the construction and manufacturing industries and support CoRE members in trade\/manufacturing sector to improve gender equality outcomes. This year, we have been working closely with Nicholson Construction and the Platinum Institute to achieve these objectives. The project comes to an end in October 2022.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6707″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]Photo: Luke Hemer, The Courier 20\/10\/2022<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#481c67″ scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ bottom_padding=”80″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”cent” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.8″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”CENTRAL HIGHLANDS INTEGRATED FAMILY VIOLENCE COMMITTEE” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”white” animate=”yes” custom_height=”60″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”30″ constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”30″ left_padding_desktop=”30″ constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”30″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all” el_id=”123″][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” column_link_target=”_self” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#481f66″ column_border_style=”solid” enable_border_animation=”true” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1667434179068{padding-bottom: 60px !important;}”]Central Highlands Integrated Family Violence Committee has had another big year, with some significant achievements![\/vc_column_text] We established the Designing Disability-Responsive Intake Processes Project, which builds on earlier investigations about key barriers in the system for people with disability. It\u2019s intended to ensure that pathways into our service system are culturally safe, and enable access to adjustments without disclosure of diagnosis. This recognises that for many disabled people the disclosure of diagnosis may have resulted in discrimination in the past, and for others, their disability may not already be diagnosed, either due to lack of identification, or because it\u2019s so recently acquired (e.g. Acquired Brain Injury as a result of family violence).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The Service User Knowledge Capture project builds on Michelle Hunt\u2019s doctoral work by running another project with service users using the Photovoice methodology. This project is being undertaken by Federation University, with the Chief Investigator Professor Jennifer Martin, and focuses on the experiences of the service system, and its integration. The project is well underway, with reporting planned for late 2022.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Research in Practice is a monthly lunchtime event which gives practitioners across the service system small, practice-focussed presentations of recent research. A collaboration begun this year between CHIFVC, the Family Services Alliance, the Care Services Alliance and the Homelessness Alliance. This collaboration prioritises local research and researchers, and has a close focus on learnings from the research for those in practice. Family violence focusses this year included Michelle Hunt\u2019s \u201cI\u2019ve got something to say and I need you to listen\u201d: A photovoice study with women who have experienced family violence,<\/em> and the Adolescents who Use Violence in the Home WRAP<\/em> with Elena Campbell.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The Safer Pathways Mutual Mentoring Group has been run monthly by Yo, CHIFVC\u2019s Workforce Development Officer for the past year. It is designed to support greater integration and collaboration between the multicultural service sector (with an emphasis on settlement workers) and the specialist family violence sector. We\u2019ve been delighted to watch relationships build, and the shared consideration of case studies in each session has kept victim survivors as the focus as we work to provide a fully inclusive service system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n CHIFVC launched a new learning platform as part of our website this year, with thanks to Ballarat Community Health\u2019s generosity. The platform hosts 45-minute, self-paced and self-directed modules, each introducing and exploring a specific manifestation of family violence. CHIFVC has decided to continue this focus on the way that family violence impacts specific, often marginalised communities, with plans to add new modules developed through local expertise over the coming years. We\u2019re excited to be able to support the community in enhancing their knowledge and understanding of family violence by providing these free modules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The Family Violence Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management Framework was launched in 2018, and is a once-in-a-generation reform of how the service system as a whole responds to family violence. It seeks to make the initial identification of family violence the responsibility of all services, including universal services like schools, hospitals, health services and so on. Many organisations have struggled with \u201caligning\u201d to the MARAM Framework. CHIFVC has provided a range of supports, including delivering MARAM Collaborative Practice Training, but over the past year has added additional assistance in the form of briefings for senior leadership within organisations and running an online Community of Practice to support organisational alignment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The use of hotels and motels as emergency accommodation has become a mainstay of family violence responses. However, there are associated complexities, including difficulties accessing hotels and motels, and the risks of placing perpetrators in the same location as victim-survivors. CHIFVC undertook some research into our service system\u2019s use of hotels and motels, and then developed guidance to support agencies in identifying appropriate accommodation possibilities, and putting in place strategies to ensure perpetrators and victim survivors are not accommodated together.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”60″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”4836″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”50%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”5\/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]WHG is a member of Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC), the peak body for gender equity, women\u2019s health and the prevention of violence against women. GEN VIC works with organisations across Victoria to advance a shared vision of gender equality, health and freedom from violence for every woman and girl in every community across Victoria. 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Reconciliation Action Plan<\/h3>\n
Disability and Inclusion Plan<\/h3>\n
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Campaign Spotlight on 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence in 2021<\/h3>\n
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Campaign Spotlight on Sexual Health Week<\/h3>\n
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Launch of the new CoRE Strategy 2021-2025<\/h3>\n
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International Women\u2019s Day event, Horsham<\/h3>\n
Launch of Act On Site<\/h3>\n
Collaboration<\/h3>\n
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Capacity building<\/h3>\n
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Campaigns<\/h3>\n
Transition to new CoRE Strategy<\/h3>\n
CoRE Member activities<\/h3>\n
Knowledge building<\/h3>\n
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Act@Play<\/h3>\n
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Multilingual Health Educators<\/h3>\n
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Youth Equality for All<\/h3>\n
Act On Site<\/h3>\n
See What You Can Be<\/h3>\n
CoRE Hi Vis<\/h3>\n
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Designing Disability-Responsive Intake Processes Project
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Service User Knowledge Capture Project with Federation University
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Research in Practice
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Safer Pathways Mutual Mentoring Group
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CHIFVC Learning Management System
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MARAM Alignment Support
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Guidance to the Use of Hotels and Motels for Family Violence Emergency Accommodation
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