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Feminist Events ...
International Women's Day Events
Brisbane is busy busy busy on the 8th March each year. The IWD Collective run a rally and festival on the Saturday, Unifem hosts an annual breakfast and the State run a public awareness campaign in the city and groups everywhere do something
http://www.women.qld.gov.au/?id=956
http://unifem.org.au.preview.menzies.ozhosts.net/index.cgi?tid=131
http://www.isis.aust.com/iwd/
Reclaim the Night Rally
An event "to publicly protest rape and sexual violence, and to celebrate women and children who have survived." The Collective meets in the months leading up to the festival and membership is open. Organisers include BRISSC and UQ Women's Area.
http://www.isis.aust.com/rtn/index.htm
Ladyfest Brisbane
Ladyfest Brisbane is a non-profit, community based festival that reflects the skills and interests of women. The festival will feature performances by bands and DJs, art and photography exhibitions, workshops and forums, as well as a market-style art, craft, zine and bake fair.
http://www.ladyfestbrisbane.com/
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Feminist Organisers and Disseminators ...
Reclaim The Night Network
Join the online feminist email network at Yahoo Groups for up to date info on activities, campaigns and events.
Reclaimthenight@yahoogroups.com
Brisbane Feminism Online - E-newsletter Service
Stay in the loop and subscribe to Brisbane Feminism Online's monthly newsletter. Promotes events, seminars, fund-raisers, campaigns and conferences in and around Brisbane.
http://www.brisbanefeminismonline.net/
Pro-Choice Action Collective Brisbane
The Pro-Choice Action Collective is campaigning to decriminalize abortion which remains on the Qld Criminal Code as well as a woman's right to free, safe abortion on demand. The collective meets fortnightly Mondays at 6.30pm at TLC building 16 Peel St South Brisbane. We need you! For more information: 0400 720 757 (Kathy) or 0432 433 288 (Amy) or email prochoiceaction@gmail.com
4ZZZfm Megahertz
A feminist show promoting womyn's music, and womyn's issues. Listen to our lovely announcers; Miranda, Sam, Nadia, Robyn and Sarah Jayne. Send us your demos, cd's and requests, story ideas and topics for discussion. Come on the show to be part of our feminist dialogues! 3252 1555
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=127212735
University of Queensland - Women's Rights Area
We are University of Queensland Student Union Women s Rights Area and belong to ALL women students at UQ. The Women s Rights Area gratefully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this country and thanks them for the grace with which they continue to allow us to walk on it. The Women s Rights Area aims to represent, support and advocate on behalf of UQ women students. The Collective is open to all UQ women students and initiates campaigns, activities, publications, events and all matters of importance to women students.
http://www.uqu.uq.edu.au/womens/
Womenspace
Womenspace is a Brisbane-based group that meets at Kedron, a "soul-space for women where we can share and reverence our life's stories." This site includes newsletters and information about the group and its activities.
http://cwpp.slq.qld.gov.au/womenspace/
Women’s Electoral Lobby – Qld
WEL Australia is a national independent political organisation dedicated to creating a society where women's participation and potential are unrestricted, acknowledged and respected and where women and men share equally in society's responsibilities and rewards.
http://www.wel.org.au/index.htm
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Feminist Service Organisations ...
Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse ASCA bRISBANE
Ph: 1300 724572 or 0289203611 or 0741684223. There are now support groups in Brisbane
Brisbane Rape & Incest Survivors Support Service
BRISSC is a free feminist and confidential service for women survivors of sexual violence and their supporters. We welcome women from diverse cultural backgrounds
http://www.brissc.com.au/links/
Children by Choice
CbyC are the only agency in Queensland dedicated to providing unbiased information and counselling to women experiencing unplanned pregnancy. We provide confidential decision making counselling and referral on all pregnancy options - abortion, parenting and adoption. We also provide support and counselling after an abortion.
http://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/nwww/counselling.htm
Zig Zag Young Women's Resource Centre Inc.
ZZYWRC Inc. is a resource centre for young women aged 12 to 25 years, providing resource and support to the needs of young women.
http://www.zigzag.org.au/
Vulcana Women's Circus
Vulcana Women’s Circus grew out of the lively arts community of West End in Brisbane in 1995. It was established to provide circus skills training and performance opportunities for women and young people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
http://www.vulcana.org.au/
Queensland Working Women's Service
QWWS is a free service, established with government, union and employer support to assist working women and women seeking work.
http://www.qwws.org.au/
Sisters Inside Inc.
"Sisters Inside Inc. is an independent community organisation, which exists to advocate for the human rights of women in the criminal justice system, and to address gaps in the services available to them."
http://www.sistersinside.com.au/
Women's Legal Service
Women's Legal Service is a specialist community legal centre run by and for women. Our service provides free legal information, advice and referrals throughout Queensland. We can explain the law and what happens in court on most legal matters and can refer you to other helpful organisations or private solicitors. We do not undertake court representation however we will provide you with advice about your legal rights and information about any legal avenues that may be open to you.
http://www.wlsq.org.au/services.html
ISIS
ISIS - Centre for Women's Action on Eating Issues Inc. ISIS is a community based organisation funded by Queensland Health (Mental Health).
http://www.isis.org.au
Domestic Violence Resource Centre
The web site of the Domestic Violence Resource Centre provides an overview of its role and services, links to related sites, and contact details.
http://www.dvrc.org.au/
Othila's Young Women's Housing and Support Service
A Brisbane-based support service for young women aged 12 to 25 and their children. Drop-in times, massage, activities, internet access, garden, help with housing
http://www.connectqld.org.au/othilas
Self Health for Queensland Workers in the Sex Industry
Welcome to the SQWISI web site SQWISI is a community based organisation funded by Queensland Health, to provide health and information services to the sex industry and the broader community.
http://www.sqwisi.org.au/
Immigrant Women's Support Service
The Immigrant Women's Support Service (IWSS) is a community based organisation which works with women and children of non-English speaking background who are or have been in violent domestic situations and/or have experienced rape and/or sexual assault.
http://www.iwss.org.au/
Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
WHQW is an independent community-based information service funded by Queensland Health and the Federal Government. Provides free information and education services. Site includes a large number of factsheets for women seeking information about their own health, and for students seeking information on women's health issues for assignments.
http://www.womhealth.org.au/
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Legal and Advocacy Service
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Legal and Advocacy Service provide legal and other assistance by way of information, referrals and legal advice in relation to many issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, in all areas of Law
http://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/regional/talk/about_legal_services.htm
Family Planning Qld
FPQ provides sexual and reproductive health services to the wider community of Queensland. Education services include; parent/carer and family education, community education, one to one education. Clinical services include; contraceptive counselling and supply on all methods, preventative health care (eg. Pap smears, breast examinations, testicular examinations),counselling and clinical consultation about STIs, pregnancy planning and options, menopause, sexual difficulties
http://www.fpq.com.au/
YWCA of Brisbane
The YWCA is a global network of women advancing peace, justice and human rights in more than 100 countries and representing a worldwide membership of 25 million women. In Australia, the YWCA advocates for issues affecting women and their families, and provides programs and services in the areas of health, education, training, childcare, housing, and leadership opportunities for young women
http://www.ywcabrisbane.asn.au/
Women's Infolink
Women’s Infolink is the information and referral arm of the Office for Women. It provides a statewide free and confidential information and referral service about community services and government agencies supporting women. http://www.women.qld.gov.au/?id=3
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Feminist Education ...
Australian Womens Studies Resources, University of Queensland
AWSR is an Australian interdisciplinary resource on Women's Studies... It is associated with the Research Centre for Women, Gender, Culture and Social Change, School of English, Media Studies and Art History, The University of Queensland." The AWSR site provides access to various Women's Studies publications including the Australian Womens Book Review, as well as Hecate and the Journal of Politics and Culture. A Feminist Lexicon, as well as conference information and events relevant to Women's Studies are also listed on the site.
http://www.emsah.uq.edu.au/awsr/
Women's Bookshop
Describes the bookshop and where to find it, its discount policy and includes reviews of new titles and titles related to Lesbian Studies. Includes a calendar of events held at the bookshop.
http://www.thewomensbookshop.com.au/
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Women's Safety Networks ...
Violence Against Women - Queensland Health
This web site provides information about counselling, support groups, classes, publications, as well as links to useful sites.
http://www.health.qld.gov.au/violence/default.asp
Women’s Justice Network
This site, which is operated by Women's Justice Network, provides access to internet resources relevant to the interests and needs of Queensland women.
http://www.wjn.legalaid.qld.gov.au/laq/webring.htm
Safe Women Queensland
"Safe Women Queensland provides the contact details of government and community organisations in Queensland, Australia, that assist women who are experiencing - or have experienced - domestic, family or sexual violence."
http://www.safewomen.qld.gov.au
Sexual Assault Services Site
Information on violence against women, domestic violence, sexual violence and more.
http://www.health.qld.gov.au/violence/sexual/services.asp
Queensland Centre for Domestic and Family Violence Research
Site includes facts sheets, newsletters, seminar papers and information about the centre's research interests.
http://www.noviolence.com.au/
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Women’s Health & Lifebalance Networks ...
Queensland Women's Health Network
Site includes background information, objectives, newsletter, membership and links.
http://cwpp.slq.qld.gov.au/qwhn/
Older Women's Network, Queensland, Australia
OWN offers programs and activities for women to promote healthy ageing, encourage self-confidence and reduce isolation. Their site includes a list of groups and events, plus a newsletter.
http://www.connectqld.org.au/ownqld/
Carers Queensland
"Carers Queensland (also known as the Queensland Council of Carers) provides carers with information and services to support them in their caring role. We also work to increase awareness of carers and their issues."
http://www.carersqld.asn.au/
Smartbones Australia
We are SmartBones Australia and we are offering individuals in the community an opportunity to be assessed for Osteoporotic Disease. Literally meaning 'porous bones', osteoporosis is a condition where the bone's density and structural quality deteriorate, leading to weakness and bone fragility of the skeleton and an increased risk of fracture.
http://www.smartbones.netfirms.com/
BreastScreen Queensland
This Program, the state component of BreastScreen Australia, provides free screening and follow-up assessments for eligible women. Their site describes these services and provides a number of online publications.
http://www.health.qld.gov.au/breastscreen/
The Bronte Foundation
"The Bronte Foundation (TBF) is a National, Tax Deductible Charity that was established in response to the need for equitable access to effective, humane and dignified treatment. TBF aims to ensure that all sufferers of eating disorders benefit from its life saving treatment." The Bronte Foundation, in Milton in Brisbane, provides a range of information on its website on treatment and services for sufferers of anorexia and eating disorders,as well as conferences, a newsletter and contact information.
http://www.thebrontefoundation.com.au/index.html
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Women’s Groups, Clubs and Societies ...
Networking Indigenous Women
The Networking Indigenous Women site gives you the opportunity to register, contact and meet Indigenous Women from all over Australia. Keep up with what’s new, access the Indigenous Women’s Newsletter and link to services that are available for Women.
http://www.oipc.gov.au/NIW/default.asp
OWLS Women’s Social Club Inc
OWLS is committed to supporting older women coming out into our lesbian community. Site includes a program of the social activities of this Brisbane-based group and membership and contact details.
http://www.geocities.com/brisowls/index.html
digitarts
Young women online is an arts, culture and technology organisation dedicated to giving young women and emerging artists, access to the knowledge and equipment necessary for the development of their arts & cultural practices in the area of new technologies. You can contribute to digitarts whether you're living in Brisbane or Broome.
http://www.loud.net.au/noise/display_stories/1-90000/1201-1500/display_stories_1287.html
Women's International Motorcycle Association Queensland Division
Site sets out the aims and history of the Women's International Motorcycle Association, Queensland Division and includes their calendar of rides and rallies as well as the latest newsletter.
http://www.wima.org.au/qld/
Womensport Queensland
We are very excited about finding ways we can help you improve opportunities for women and girls in sport. This could mean assisting you to participate and get active or play at the elite level or coach or officiate or be a representative on a board or do all of these activities! We will be using our website to provide you with updates on statistics, research and any other information available that is of interest to women and girls in sport. We will be adding information to the website about programs and events happening for women and girls throughout Queensland. We will also keep you posted on any case studies about what other organisations are doing well and putting into practice. Keep visiting and learning more ways that we can help you and anyone else who is interested in supporting girls and women in sport.
http://www.womensportqld.com.au/default.asp
Queensland Women's Historical Association
Website of the Q.W.H.A., an association interested in the contribution of women and pioneer families to Queensland history. Their Miegunyah House Museum at Bowen Hills holds an historical collection in a building classified by the National Trust.
http://www.connectqld.org.au/qwha
Queensland Country Women's Association
The QCWA aims to improve the education, health and welfare of women and children, particularly in isolated areas of Queensland. Their site includes information about the body, its committees, activities, and resources such as accommodation and aged care facilities.
http://www.qcwa.org.au/
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Women’s Professional Organisations ...
Association of Women Educators
AWE is an association committed to the full participation of women and girls in education.
http://www.awe.asn.au/
WIT Women in Technology
"An Australian based network involved in promoting women working, studying or pursuing a career in the varied field of information technology."
http://www.wit.org.au/
Australian Women in Agriculture
Australian Women in Agriculture (AWiA) is a network "committed to promoting the advancement of women in agriculture..." Its web site provides further information on the AWiA's aims and activities, as well as membership and contact details, and rural and women's links.
http://www.awia.org.au/
Women's Network Australia
A Queensland-based organisation offering an excellent range of membership benefits.
http://www.womensnetwork.com.au/
Women in Business
This is part of the Small Business information of the Department of State Development and Innovation, Queensland providing useful links and information for women in small business
http://www.smartsmallbusiness.qld.gov.au/dsdweb/v3/guis/templates/content/gui_cue_menu.cfm?id=17718
WISBIS
This portal site is for women small business owners/managers who want to learn new skills, obtain information, or seek help via chat lines/mentoring systems. There are separate listings for business startups and exits.
http://www.wisbis.qut.edu.au/
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