Last day to nominate for Women’s Charter Advisory Committee

IMPRESSED BY COMMITTEE”S WORK… Greater Shepparton City Councillor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

THE Greater Shepparton Women’s Charter Advisory Committee (GSWCAC) is calling for nominations from local residents to fill vacant positions on the committee.

The GSWCAC consists of community members and representatives from Greater Shepparton City Council, including a Councillor as the Charter Champion.

The volunteer committee acts as a strategic advisory committee to Council, aiming to promote women in leadership and decision-making. A three-point action plan focusing  on Gender Equity, Diversity and Active Citizenship guides the strategic objectives of the committee.

Council Mayor, Cr Seema Abdullah encouraged members of the community to apply.

“The GSWCAC is committed and passionate about making a difference for women,” Cr Abdullah said.

“Being a part of the committee is rewarding; striving to achieve gender equity, active participation of women and diversity of representation and participation at all levels of community and organisation. Additionally it can also help individuals gain various other skills in areas such as problem solving, leadership and teamwork.”

Charter Champion, Cr Kim O’Keeffe, said the committee is driven to create better opportunities for women in Greater Shepparton.

“As Charter Champion, I have been blown away with the incredible work the GSWCAC does,” Cr O’Keeffe said.

Applications close on Wednesday, June 24 and forms are available online at www.greatershepparton.com.au or by email women@shepparton.vic.gov.au