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9 September 2026

GEN VIC’s 2026 Victorian Election Priorities

Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) is proud to share our 2026 Victorian Election Priorities, a practical roadmap for advancing gender equity in Victoria over the next term of government.​ Developed …

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28 August 2026

Join the GEN VIC Board: contribute to a gender equitable Victoria where all people can thrive

Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) is seeking passionate and committed leaders to join our Board and help guide the strategic direction of Victoria’s peak body for gender equity. GEN VIC …

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28 July 2026

GEN VIC acknowledges leadership transition and calls for continued commitment to gender equity

Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) today congratulates Ben Carroll on his appointment as Victorian Premier, and thanks Jacinta Allan for her impressive contribution as only the second woman to serve …

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19 June 2026

Gender Equity Victoria calls for removal of outdated clothing

Gender Equity Victoria is deeply disappointed to see the sale of clothing that reinforces outdated and harmful gender stereotypes. On 17 June, The Age published an article where Dr Cathy …

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7 June 2026

Gender Equity Victoria calls out unacceptable misogynistic signage

A billboard has been spotted driving around Melbourne’s CBD depicting the Premier as a witch alongside signage calling for ‘Victorians to ‘ditch the witch’. We’ve been here before and it’s hard …

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21 May 2026

GEN VIC congratulates Cr Sarah Carter Governance Scholarship 2026 recipient Celia Tran

We’re proud to announce Celia Tran as the 2026 recipient of the Cr Sarah Carter Governance Scholarship. Delivered in partnership with the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the scholarship honours …

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5 May 2026

Short-term reprieve for Victoria’s gender equity initiatives but no clear lasting commitment

MEDIA RELEASE Tuesday 5 May 2026 Victoria’s 2026/2027 State Budget has delivered meaningful investment in gender equity, with the Victorian Government committing $4.8 billion (up from $4.4 billion in 2025/2026 …

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21 April 2026

Applications now open for Cr Sarah Carter Governance Scholarship

Cr Sarah Carter, a former Gender Equity Victoria Board Director, was a dedicated local government leader and passionate advocate for gender equity, whose career was defined by a commitment to …

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15 April 2026

Gender Equity Victoria welcomes new Minister for Women and Girls and thanks outgoing Minister Mary-Anne Thomas for commitment to gender equality

Gender Equity Victoria (GEN VIC) today welcomed the appointment of Gabrille Williams as Victoria’s new Minister for Women and Girls, while acknowledging the significant contributions of outgoing Minister Mary-Anne Thomas …

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14 April 2026

Gender Equity Victoria acknowledges the passing of Board Director Trish Crossin

Gender Equity Victoria today acknowledges with deep sadness the passing of Board Director, Trish Crossin AM, recognising her longstanding contribution to advancing gender equality in Australia. Trish was a remote …

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