Engender Equality

Engender Equality along with the Domestic Violence Coordinating Committee hosted a forum in Hobart to raise awareness of systems abuse. Systems Abuse is insidious in our communities. It is the part of family violence that happens in public, in the line of sight and sometimes with the support of professionals. Revealing the extent of this problem involves recognising abuse and people who use abuse. #ListenToSurvivors

Engender is looking for a new team member on the NW coast (Burnie). New and established practitioners encouraged to apply. The vacancy closes on Monday 16th Sept. https://lnkd.in/grW8HwTH

At Agfest this year, in the spirit of sustainability, we opted to donate $5000 towards charity instead of the usual giveaways! Visitors to our site were invited to vote for their preferred charity category community, youth, or environment. Community was a popular choice and we’re delighted to share that we’ve selected Engender Equality as the recipient. Servicing communities around Tasmania, this long-standing organisation has a crucial mission: to end family, domestic and intimate partner violence. Offering free, confidential counselling sessions for people recovering from family and domestic violence and building organisational capacity through specialised training services, the team at Engender Equality empower people to stand against violence against women.

Advocates for Change Engender Equality’s Advocates for Change team involves more than 30 diverse victim-survivors from across Tasmania who share their lived experience to raise awareness, challenge attitudes and change policy and legislation for the better. “The Advocates for Change program has been a transformative experience for me, helping to empower me to channel my experiences with violence into positive action.” - Caroline, Engender Equality Advocate for Change This powerful and diverse group of survivors is available for a wide range of events and opportunities including: • Public speaking, presentations and panel discussions • Media interviews • Research projects • Government and political advocacy, and • Advisory groups and committees Lived experience advisory is available via our Advocates for Change. Advocates are ready to participate in co-design processes with your group or organisation. Activities can range from surveys and research to media interviews, speeches, presentations, participation in campaigns, advisory groups and steering committees. Our Advocates represent a diverse group culturally and socially, with lived experiences across a wide spectrum of abuse and family violence situations. Contact us here: https://lnkd.in/dakZnwGQ to send an email to our Program Coordinator outlining the details of your opportunity. Let us know the specific topic of interest to you as well as the type of audience the Advocate will speak to, and we can match an Advocate to your requirements. Please note: Engender Equality’s Advocates for Change are volunteers who choose to contribute their time and expertise to create positive change.

We are looking for a new team member for our governance board. Please get in touch if you are interested [email protected] Board vacancy: Not-For-Profit Secretary Engender Equality was founded in 1987 and is a known and trusted specialist service for people impacted by family violence in Tasmania. Engender has a vacancy on its volunteer board for a Secretary and we are actively seeking to address a skill gap in community development and organising within the Board by seeking an individual with expertise in this area. Secretary duties include managing the board's internal papers, meeting agendas and minutes from meetings and scheduling board meetings. In addition, they will: - Facilitate and coordinate governance processes. - Provide oversight the organisation of meetings (including AGM), agendas, notices, correspondence, papers, reports, minutes, and conflict of interest register. - Meet responsibilities under the Corporations Act. Your investment: - Approximately 6 x board meetings per year (held on a weeknight evening as per the board calendar agreed a year in advance); - The annual AGM (held in November each year); - Scheduled additional strategy workshops or special meetings - Candidates should be enthusiastic and values-led aligning with our purpose to address the causes and impacts of family violence in Tasmania Please send your CV and a letter of introduction to [email protected]. This vacancy closes on the 25 March 2024.

Fundraising at Engender Equality The generosity of individual donors makes an enormous difference to Engender Equality. Small donors have the collective power to drive substantial change. When a community of individuals comes together, each contributing what they can, it forms a strong foundation for long-term support. Their donations add up and create a reliable source of funding. Small donors enhance our ability to innovate via outreach efforts and awareness raising. In essence, small individual donors are not just financial supporters; they are partners in our mission. Their contributions are the building blocks of our ability to provide vital services, create lasting change, and ultimately, help bring an end to family violence. Their generosity, regardless of the amount, has a significant impact, allowing us to continue our essential work. You can donate to the Engender Equality Fellowship here: https://lnkd.in/gyEEqQcx Or to talk to us about a fundraising partnership you can contact us here: https://lnkd.in/gdveZSgV

Fundraising at Engender Equality “At Taroona Rugby Club, we're evolving our traditions to be more inclusive. The longstanding worldwide tradition of Lady's Day in rugby, an event where clubs express appreciation to female supporters, has taken on a dynamic transformation within our community. We've reimagined and modernised this tradition by giving it a charitable purpose and the amazing women in our club are leading the way. We've committed to supporting Engender Equality, an organisation close to our hearts. Engender Equality deeply resonates with our commitment to stand against family and domestic violence. Together, we're uniting to create positive change, raise essential funds, and foster a stronger, more inclusive community. This partnership signifies a step forward in our journey. With a rapidly growing female presence in our club, this event stands as a testament to our dedication to inclusivity and a brighter, more equal future.” - Simon Plumb (President - Taroona Rugby Club) You can donate to the Engender Equality Fellowship here: https://lnkd.in/gyEEqQcx Or to talk to us about a fundraising partnership you can contact us here: https://lnkd.in/gdveZSgV

Our family violence practitioners took part in a three-day virtual training last week, led by the Blue Knot Foundation During the three-day training, staff learned about a Three-Phased Approach to trauma support. On Day 1, they gained insights into the concept of phased treatment, neurobiological impacts, and developing safety and stabilisation strategies. Days 2 and 3 covered traumatic memory, therapy titration, dissociation, and skills for Phase 3 trauma work including meaning-making, connecting with others and the ability to experience pleasure. Many thanks to Peter Streker and the Blue Knot Foundation for helping to equip our brilliant team to provide even better care for victim-survivors in Tasmania.

"Breaking the Trap" is a powerful tool designed for practitioners working with clients navigating control or abuse within intimate relationships. Visit our online shop here https://lnkd.in/gBZ7KbHm to purchase your copy…

Explore this essential guide to love, intimacy, and respectful relationships. This free resource is thoughtfully crafted to stimulate conversations, fostering a deeper understanding of relationship safety. Whether you're navigating the complexities of relationships or seeking insights for a loved one, our booklet offers valuable perspectives. At Engender Equality we are committed to promoting healthy connections and raising awareness about the importance of relationship safety. Click the link below to access your copy! Feel free to share it with your community, and together, let's build a world where respect is the foundation of every relationship. https://lnkd.in/gaxk5fMd