Grants available to break down the barriers of gender inequality

  • Grants up to $10,000 available to deliver projects tackling gender inequality
  • Grants funded through the Women’s Grants for a Stronger Future program
  • Successful projects will support and empower Western Australian women
  • Initiatives to align with ‘Stronger Together: WA’s Plan for Gender Equality’

The Cook Labor Government is proud to provide grants of up to $10,000 for projects that support and address the unique issues faced by Western Australian women.

The Women’s Grants for a Stronger Future program supports initiatives that advance gender equality to build a better, fairer and more equitable WA community.

Grants of up to $10,000 will be made available for one-off initiatives that align with the priority areas of Stronger Together: WA’s Plan for Gender Equality, which are: health and well-being, safety and justice, women’s economic independence and women in leadership.

Applications close on 1 November 2023.

More information on the grants program, eligibility and how to apply can be found at www.communities.wa.gov.au/womensgrants.

As stated by Women’s Interests Minister Sue Ellery:

“The Cook Labor Government is committed to supporting Western Australian women and girls to reach their full potential.

“Women still face significant barriers to fully participate as equals in all aspects of their lives and in our community.

“This funding will support a range of programs and projects that will advance gender equality and build a better, fairer and more equitable community in Western Australia.

“The Women’s Grants for a Stronger Future program continues to break down barriers faced by women to fully participate as equals in all aspects of their lives and in our community.”

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