YWCA Australia News

In Mourning for Tata Nelson Mandela
Mon, 09/12/2013

The World YWCA joins the world in mourning Tata Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, a towering champion of freedom and liberty. He made many personal sacrifices for his country, South Africa, for Africa and beyond. This was a journey he shared with the his family, friends the people of South Africa. With his death, the world's conscience is pricked, for we are all reminded of the deep values he stood for. Read the condolence message from condolence message from World YWCA General Secretary, Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda

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Want to lead change in your community?
Tue, 26/11/2013

Nominations for YWCA Australia World Council 2015 Voting Delegation are now open!

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Congratulations YWCA of Perth!
Thu, 05/12/2013

The YWCA of Perth is this year's recipient of the Stirling Times' Christmas Campaign in recognition of their exceptional work in the community. 

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Ending violence against women
Mon, 25/11/2013

On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Senator the Hon. Michaelia Cash, Minister Assisting the Prime Minister for Women, has sent a message to the National Women’s Alliances marking this important day.

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New COAG report shows gender inequities
Tue, 19/11/2013

A new report for the Council of Australian Governments (COAG), the Tracking Equity: Comparing outcomes for women and girls across Australia report, was released today. Tracking Equity is the first report to track the gendered outcomes of government policies and initiatives across areas a wide range of areas including disability, health, education and the economy. Unfortunately the report reveals gender inequity in many of these areas. Despite equity in education, gaps in workforce participation and economic security remain.

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