Women's Health East

Women's Health East Equality, empowerment, health and wellbeing for all women In addition Women's Health East receives funding for specific projects.

Women’s Health East is a regional women’s health promotion agency working across the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne. We work with stakeholders to build the capacity of services and programs in the region to ensure they optimally address issues affecting women. Women’s Health East works predominantly in gender-based health promotion, which involves:

- Providing leadership around women’s health issues of regional significance and facilitating integrated responses
- Working in partnership with local governments, health and community agencies and other stakeholders to promote gender-based health promotion and service delivery, and to improve service system access and responsiveness for women
- Shaping responses to the promotion of women’s health and wellbeing through research, advocacy and consultancy
- Providing information and advice to key stakeholders in order to raise awareness of health and wellbeing issues experienced by women and to promote women’s health and wellbeing
- Delivering training and education programs for our partner organisations on women's health issues and gender sensitivity in planning and service delivery. Women’s Health East also works directly with women in order to ground our work and to:

- Understand women’s health and wellbeing issues
- Support and strengthen our health promotion
- Identify and inform responses to service system gaps

The organisation is a not-for-profit incorporated association, and receives the majority of its funding through the Department of Health. This funding comes from a variety of sources including philanthropic trusts, community grants and other areas of government including local government. To view our Community Guidelines for Facebook, click here: https://www.facebook.com/notes/womens-health-east/community-guidelines/492680197472369

Today is World Mental Health Day 💜This year’s theme is “Connect with your community” - a reminder that we’re stronger wh...
10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💜

This year’s theme is “Connect with your community” - a reminder that we’re stronger when we look out for each other.

Whether it’s a conversation over coffee, joining a community activity, or checking in with a mate, every act of connection counts.

Let’s keep building spaces where mental health is understood, supported, and prioritised.

Visit https://www.mentalhealthaustralia.org.au/get-involved/2025-world-mental-health-day/ for resources, support, and ways to get involved.

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Get the Go‑Ahead Resource Launch, hosted by Women’s Health East and Youth Disability...
07/10/2025

We’re thrilled to invite you to the Get the Go‑Ahead Resource Launch, hosted by Women’s Health East and Youth Disability Advocacy Service.

📅 Fri, 31 Oct, 2pm - 4pm
📍 Multipurpose Room, Community Hub at the Dock, 912 Collins St, Docklands VIC

Join us:
- Get the first look at newly co‑designed resources supporting affirmative consent, s*xual and reproductive health, and gendered violence prevention
- Hear from speakers on disability justice in s*xual and reproductive health and community settings
- Learn about real practices for building safer, more inclusive spaces

Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/get-the-go-ahead-access-launch

October is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚Mental health is just as important as physical health - and yet, it can someti...
06/10/2025

October is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Mental health is just as important as physical health - and yet, it can sometimes be overlooked or left unspoken.

This month, we’re reminding ourselves and our community to slow down, check in, and reach out. Whether you're supporting others or navigating your own journey, you're not alone.

For resources, support, or someone to talk to, visit https://www.beyondblue.org.au

Consent Conversations is a new video where Disabled people answer questions about consent, s*x ed, and relationships fro...
03/10/2025

Consent Conversations is a new video where Disabled people answer questions about consent, s*x ed, and relationships from Disabled young people. Watch it at http://gtga.org.au/ with captions and Auslan interpreters.

Yesterday was International Safe Abortion Day.Abortion is a legal, safe and common procedure in Australia. Both medical ...
29/09/2025

Yesterday was International Safe Abortion Day.

Abortion is a legal, safe and common procedure in Australia. Both medical abortion (up to 9 weeks gestation) and surgical abortion (up to 24 weeks gestation) can be accessed, depending on individual situation and preferences.

Safe Abortion is Life-saving Healthcare.

In Supporting Neurodivergent Young People to Learn About Consent, neurodivergent young person Ali shares 10 tips for you...
25/09/2025

In Supporting Neurodivergent Young People to Learn About Consent, neurodivergent young person Ali shares 10 tips for youth workers and other educators. Check out the rest at gtga.org.au

Women’s Health Forum – Unmuted: Talking Perimenopause Loud and ClearWe’re bringing women’s health centre stage with a sp...
25/09/2025

Women’s Health Forum – Unmuted: Talking Perimenopause Loud and Clear

We’re bringing women’s health centre stage with a special free community event on Friday17th October, 6–9pm at Lilydale Civic Centre.

Hear from a panel of health professionals and women with lived experience, who will share expert advice, practical tools, and real stories to empower and support you through this stage of life.

✨ Learn strategies to navigate perimenopause with confidence
✨ Join open and honest Q&A conversations
✨ Connect in a supportive, welcoming environment
✨ Enjoy light refreshments

📍 Lilydale Civic Centre: 15 Anderson Street Lilydale
📅 Friday 17th October | 6:00–9:00pm
💜 Free Event

👉 Register now to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-health-forum-unmuted-talking-perimenopause-loud-and-clear-tickets-1608509086979?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s break the silence together – because every woman deserves to feel informed, supported, and heard.

We’re hiring: Manager – Prevention of Violence Against Women & Gender EqualityThis leadership role is an opportunity to ...
19/09/2025

We’re hiring: Manager – Prevention of Violence Against Women & Gender Equality

This leadership role is an opportunity to drive real change across Melbourne’s eastern region. You’ll oversee two dedicated teams, lead evidence-based programs, and strengthen sector capacity through strategic partnerships, workforce development, and new funding initiatives.

We’re looking for someone with experience in:

- Gender equality or violence prevention
- Leadership experience and building teams
- Stakeholder engagement and advocacy
- Business development and funding

📍 Hybrid role, based in Doncaster East
🚗 Fully maintained vehicle included
🕐 Applications close: 10am Monday 29th September

🔗 Apply via: https://shorturl.at/oba7r

We strongly encourage applications from women and gender diverse people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, migrant, and refugee communities. We also welcome applications from people with disability and invite you to let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Are you a woman providing unpaid care for a loved one in the Bayswater area?Whether you’re supporting someone with a men...
16/09/2025

Are you a woman providing unpaid care for a loved one in the Bayswater area?

Whether you’re supporting someone with a mental illness, disability, chronic condition, or ageing-related needs - Care4Carers is here for you.

In partnership with Elm St Mission, Women’s Health East invites local women to join this free, weekly group offering connection, conversation, and a moment to prioritise your own wellbeing.

Expect a welcoming space, fun and relaxing activities, morning tea, and the chance to connect with others who understand.

📍 Elm St Mission, Bayswater
🕚 Thursdays from 16th October | 11am – 12:30pm
💬 Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/care4carers-a-safe-and-supportive-environment-for-women-who-care

For more information, contact Ethne on 0428 330 873 or email info@elmstmission.org.au

15/09/2025

Welcome back to our 9-part series sharing key insights from our You Can Ask That webinar. Today's topic: Why TAFEs and RTOs must act.

Why is it so important for education providers to be part of the change?

Because gendered violence is not only widespread, it is disproportionately present in education and training settings.

Despite making up just 8% of the workforce, this sector accounts for nearly half of all reported s*xual harassment cases in Australia.

It is a stark reminder that TAFEs and RTOs play a powerful role in building safer, more respectful workplace cultures.

Time for respect: Fifth national survey on s*xual harassment in Australian workplaces - https://humanrights.gov.au/time-for-respect-2022

Everyone’s business: Fourth national survey on s*xual harassment in Australian workplaces -https://humanrights.gov.au/sites/default/files/document/publication/AHRC_WORKPLACE_SH_2018.pdf



*Video description: A clip from the Women’s Health East webinar discusses why s*xual harassment is so prevalent in the education and training sector and why addressing it in TAFEs and RTOs is critical.*

Victoria has made history - legislation for Australia’s first Treaty has been introduced to Parliament.Ngarra Murray, Co...
12/09/2025

Victoria has made history - legislation for Australia’s first Treaty has been introduced to Parliament.

Ngarra Murray, Co-Chair of First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria says: "We are at a turning point in this nation's history. Treaty offers us the chance to reshape the story of this country. So today is a historic day. Victoria has been on the journey to treaty for nearly a decade, but treaty is the culmination of many decades of activism and work."

This moment belongs to community. Allies will continue to stand alongside, walking together towards a future built on respect, accountability and pride in the world’s oldest living culture. We at Women’s Health East reaffirm our commitment to truth-telling, healing and justice — and we call on everyone to support the goals Treaty seeks to realise.

You can read the treaty here: https://firstpeoplesvic.org/reports-resources/statewide-treaty-pending-assent/

Asking “Are you OK?” is a small act that can make a big difference - whether it’s a colleague, friend, family member or ...
11/09/2025

Asking “Are you OK?” is a small act that can make a big difference - whether it’s a colleague, friend, family member or partner. Research shows most people feel supported and cared for when someone checks in.

Not sure how to start? Free tools and tips are available at ruok.org.au

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