Gender equity

Council is committed to a safe and just community, through addressing gender inequity, the breaking down of gender stereotypes and addressing the drivers of violence against women, girls and persons of gender diverse identity.

As the closest level of government to the community Council has the capacity to influence gender equity through its service design and provision, local strategic investment and organisational human resource management policies and procedures.

Victorian Local Government Women's Charter

Council is a signatory to the Victorian Local Government Women's Charter.

Gender Equity Policy Statement

Guides Council's work relating to Gender Equity including women, men and gender diverse.

Gender Equity & Preventing Violence Against Women

To promote gender equity and preventing violence against women.

Family Violence

Find out more about family violence and where to get help.

16 Days of Activism

Violence against women is the conclusion often reached in a society where women and men aren't treated equally.

International Women's Day

International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world on 8 March to acknowledge the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.