Spring, group exhibition
“Spring 2024” is a group exhibition of works on paper by local visual artists Nicole Macdonald, Elke Meitzel, Carolyn Menzies, Inbal Nissim and Katie Starkey.
16 Days of Activism
16 Days of Activism campaign. Read our Q&A interviews with leaders and advocates from our community working in the sector to end violence against women and gender diverse people.
Professional Migrant Women Art Exhibition OPENING PARTY: Witch, please!
Opening event for Witch, Please!, a group art exhibition featuring talented migrant women artists from the PMW community.
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/responding-to-disclosures-of-sexual-assault-workshop-tickets-914389683157?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Victorian Medical Women’s Society Annual General Meeting
Don’t miss this chance to connect, celebrate, and consider shaping the future of Victorian Medica Women’s Society.
AGM Details:
Date: 23rd November 2024
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: Level 4, Queen Victoria Women’s Centre, 210 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Cost: Free (includes lunch and beverages)
Agenda Highlights:
Honoring the inspiring history of Constance Stone with a special lecture from our Feminist Historian in Residence
Reviewing our achievements with Executive Reports for 2024 from the President, Treasurer, and Secretary
Recognising excellence with the Constance Stone Oration Award, presented to Dr. Jill Tomlinson
Electing our 2025 Committee – a new chapter for VMWS
Opportunity to Network with fellow Women in Medicine over tea/coffee
👉 RSVP by 20th November to reserve your spot! Register Now
16 Days of Activism Walk Against Family Violence
It’s time to show up!
Join us for the Walk Against Gender Based Violence on Friday 22 November to help create a future where we are all safe, equal and respected.
Closing the Gender Gap in Health Research
This hybrid event is being hosted by Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) in partnership with Monash Women's Health Alliance, the Victorian Chapter of the Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI VIC) and Women's Health Victoria.
The event is part of Beyond the Bias: A festival of women’s health and equity 10-30 October
By Women’s Health Victoria X Queen Victoria Women’s Centre
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/responding-to-disclosures-of-sexual-assault-workshop-tickets-918575703657?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
More than Cute - the benefits of Bollywood
More than Cute is a documentary and workshop that shares the experience of how Bollywood dance can change lives.
This event is on as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival.
'Women of Fire' presented by Queen Victoria Women's Centre and Mother Tongue
A night of poetry, performance and stories shared by five incredible artists.
This event is on as part of Melbourne Fringe Festival.
Falling through the gaps: Older Women's Housing Options Forum
A forum exploring the housing experiences of people aged 55 and over, with new research highlighting the growing numbers of older people experiencing housing insecurity.
This event is on as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival.
Beyond the Bias A festival of women’s health and equity By Women’s Health Victoria X Queen Victoria Women’s Centre
Beyond the Bias: A festival of women’s health and equity 10-30 October
By Women’s Health Victoria X Queen Victoria Women’s Centre
Breast Decade, works by Jaclyn Beecroft & Gennivieve Collier
Breast Decade – An Exhibition is a moving and thought provoking glimpse into the experience of breast cancer captured through the work of two artists affected by cancer.
Raven Witch’s Market
Raven Witch’s Market is a fundraiser witchy event hosting a wide range of witchy and alternative small businesses!
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/responding-to-disclosures-of-sexual-assault-workshop-tickets-914389683157?aff=erelexpmlt
Our Plants, Our History
With the support of Multicultural Women Victoria, visual artists Leila Ashtiani (Iran), Sofie Dieu (France), Humaira Fayazi (Afghanistan), Abouk Giir (Sudan) and Rahila Zeeshan (Pakistan) present Our Plants, Our Heritage.
True Visions
Artist Michelle Duran finds beauty everywhere she goes, with eyes being her favourite places to explore. Her daily discoveries through the emotions conveyed in people's gazes are deeply manifested in her paintings.
Feminist Historian in Residence Barbara Wheeler @ the Welsh Church
If you missed Barbara’s compelling talk at Open House Melbourne, here’s another chance to hear all about Australia’s first female doctor, Dr Constance Stone and the establishment of Australia’s first, and the world’s third Pro Feminis A Feminis hospital in Melbourne.
Oh My Hues Art Market
38 talented artists across two floors, an unlimited photo booth, three giveaway prizes, and an exclusive sticker sheet upon entry (limited to early bird tickets), it's an event you won't want to miss.
Tales of Eleven: Women in Folklores from South East Asia
New exhibition by Ambi Sun. Tales of Eleven aims to shed light on the lesser-known stories of women in the mythology of South East Asia.
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/responding-to-disclosures-of-sexual-assault-workshop-tickets-913738796337?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Open House Melbourne @ QVWC
Open House Melbourne Weekend: Feminist Historian in Residence Talk, Exhibitions and Weaving Workshop
Chè Connections: A Wellbeing focused Christmas in July Event
To celebrate the second half of the year, join the Vietnamese Australian Professional Network for a Christmas in July event!
What Were You Wearing? NAIDOC WEEK Exhibition
In support of NAIDOC Week, QVWC will exhibit "What Were You Wearing?" This exhibition is a profoundly impactful exhibit dedicated to challenging the damaging misconception that clothing choices somehow invite sexual assault.
Sexual assault rates among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are estimated to be two to five times higher than non-Indigenous populations. We are proud to be presenting the first ever Indigenous edition of this global exhibition. CW: Sexual violence, victim-blaming notions.
Exhibition open to the public:
Saturday, 13 July - 12pm-4pm
Sunday, 14 July - 10:30am-6:30pm
Monday, 15 July - 9am-5pm
Tuesday, 16 July - 9am-5pm
This event is hosted by What Were You Wearing? Australia. This exhibition is partially funded by City of Melbourne's Aboriginal Community Grant.
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: The Royal Women's Hospital - CASA House Events - 6 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
Brown Women Boss Babes: Ignite the Leader Within
Ignite the Leader Within
Join Brown Boss Babes for a transformative event designed to reshape the landscape of leadership and empower women to embrace a new paradigm of leading with authenticity, intuition, and inclusivity.
Self-Care Micro-Environment' Art Therapy Workshop
Self-Care Micro-Environment' Art Therapy Workshop
Intersectionality at Work with Dr Niki Vincent
Women in Super drink, networking and canepes with Dr Niki Vincent
So Many little devils, works by arielle bateman
Exhibition Dates Thursday 20 June until Friday 12 July, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
So Many Little Devils focuses on capturing creatives of all types. Inspired by people outside of mainstream culture who’ve had the courage to pursue their creative passions within the constraints of our capitalist society. The works aim to support working artists with visually impactful imagery. This curated selection is a celebration of local queer artists and a display of queer joy and pride.
Content warning: Mature themes
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: The Royal Women's Hospital - CASA House Events - 6 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
Speaking from Experience
"Speaking from Experience" is a landmark project creating workplace sexual harassment reform. Dr Anna Cody, the Sex Discrimination Commissioner, will facilitate two workshops here at QVWC.
Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Assault Workshop
In this workshop, participants gain knowledge and skills to effectively respond to disclosures of sexual assault from victim survivors of all genders. The content is highly interactive and draws on CASA House’s intersectional feminist and trauma-informed frameworks.
Bookings here: The Royal Women's Hospital - CASA House Events - 6 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
Kurtun Collecting Together, works by Emma Stenhouse
Emma Stenhouse exhibition on during Reconciliation Week