National Council of Women of Queensland (NCWQ) in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Non-profit organisation

National Council of Women of Queensland (NCWQ)

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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25.01.2022 FINAL CALL! Bursary applications close tomorrow - apply ASAP! Visit www.ncwq.org.au/portfolio/bursary-program for more details and to apply! #NCWQ

24.01.2022 We are delighted to announce the details of our 115th Annual General Meeting, to be held on 15 September 2020, at the United Service Club in Spring Hill (free parking available). To RSVP please contact our Secretary, Avril, at [email protected] If you are interested in nominating for a Management Committee position for 2020-2021, please contact our President, Chiou See, at [email protected]

24.01.2022 REACHING OUT TO BRISBANE YOUNG WOMEN To support local young women during this financially difficult time, we are offering a limited number of tickets to our Annual Dinner on 15 September FOR ONLY $35 - 50% off!! If you know a young woman in Brisbane who would benefit from this opportunity - tag her below! This is a wonderful chance to showcase her achievements, and network and dine with men and women from different professions and cultures. ... The Dinner is being held at the United Service Club, Spring Hill on 15 September, and commences at 6:30pm. All tickets include a drink on arrival and two course dinner. Tickets at the reduced price of $35 are strictly limited and are being offered to support women who live in Queensland and who would love the opportunity to experience an amazing organisation first hand. To secure your ticket at the heavily discounted $35 each - please contact our Events Teams at [email protected]. First in best dressed!

23.01.2022 What a fantastic group of hard-working women! We're thrilled to share a visual of our outgoing Management Committee, taken at our last meeting together, on 9 September. We are looking forward to celebrating the past 12 busy months with our members and guests, at our AGM and Annual Dinner tomorrow evening. See you then!

22.01.2022 After a popular two online workshops in June and July, we are excited to announce that our Health and Wellbeing masterclasses are becoming a regular! Our next masterclass is focussing on mindfulnes. Mindfulness has become a bit of a buzz word recently, but do you really know what it stands for and how it could help you? Current research shows that by training your attention through selected Mindfulness and meditative exercises, you can reduce stress, anxiety and depression, ...boost your immune system and strengthen your ability to focus your attention to where you want it to be. ONLINE MASTERCLASS Monday 3 August 7:00pm-8:00pm Free for NCWQ members and $20 for the general public Online via Zoom Hosted by Dr Ira van der Steenstraten To reserve your place please comment on this post, send us a private message, or email us at [email protected] Dr Ira van der Steenstraten (Acting President- Qld Medical Women's Society) was trained as a psychiatrist, psychotherapist and systems therapist in The Netherlands and is currently working as a Life Coach, based in Brisbane, Queensland. She has developed several innovative training programs teaching Mindfulness and Health & Wellbeing strategies.

21.01.2022 We invite our members, organisational members, families and friends to our 2020 Annual Dinner, to be held on 15 September, following the conclusion of our AGM, at 6:00pm. The Annual Dinner is a keynote event in the NCWQ calendar, where we celebrate the preceding year with delicious food and drinks, catching up with others and meeting new supporters of the organisation. Seats are strictly limited, at $70 per ticket. Tables of six are available to book in full. ... For more information or to reserve your place, contact us at [email protected]. Stay tuned in the coming days for the announcement of our Guest Keynote Speaker. Here's a hint... she is a young woman known in the Brisbane community and is doing fantastic work with her organisation in advocating for women's health!

19.01.2022 Last chance for tickets for our Empowerment Series event, Tax, Tips & Tricks next week at Pilot Partners Careers with Ramona McGregor. We look forward to seeing you there! #empowerment #empoweringwomen #nationalcouncilofwomen #ncwqld #brisbaneevents #brisbanenetworking #queenslandnetworking

17.01.2022 Happy Tuesday everyone! Here's a little more information on the second of our two COVID19 Health and Wellbeing workshop series... STOP THE WORLD, I WANT TO GET OFF! - Dealing with COVID19 related stress Monday 6 July 2020, 7.30-8.30pm (hosted via Zoom) During this global pandemic, we have little down time to apply the brakes and our nervous systems are expected to continue firing with no rest. Just as we need to nurture our immune systems to support physical health, its vita...l that we recognise our bodies need to control-alt-delete from the physical and emotional impacts of stress and to apply the brakes. During this masterclass, learn about the effects of stress on the body, understand nervous system function and learn about tools and techniques to combat stress. This workshop is FREE for current NCWQ members. Non-members are welcome to attend for a small fee of $20. Places are limited - to reserve your place please send us a message or email [email protected].

16.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our 115th AGM and Annual Dinner on Tuesday evening, and celebrate with us the unprecedented yet jam-packed year that was 2019-2020. NCWQ is thrilled to be entering its 116th year supported by so many dedicated members and affiliated organisations. Here is a collection of snaps from both events. The sold-out Annual Dinner was a great success. Thank you to our Keynote Guest Speaker, Jessica Taylor, President of QENDO, for enlighteni...ng our guests on the work QENDO does and why female health education in schools is so important. Our AGM saw the election of our 2020-2021 Management Committee. Please give them a big welcome (or welcome back)! President: Chiou See Anderson Vice Presidents: Caroline Snow and Erin Cunningham Hon Secretary: Amy Henderson Recording Secretary: Sandy Smith Hon Treasurer: Ramona McGregor State Adviser's Coordinator: Pat Pepper Management committee members: Annette Lourigan, Jessica Taylor, Kathy Cavanagh, Kirsty Miron, & Ronda Nix OAM. Memberships of NCWQ start at just $20 per year. To join, visit our website: https://ncwq.org.au/membership/

16.01.2022 Mummy's Wish is a local Queensland organisation which supports Australian families with children aged 12 years and under, through the provision of practical, immediate and non-means tested support whilst their mum is receiving treatment for cancer. Mummy's Wish understand the real-life impact of the words ‘You have cancer’, because their founders have been there. We are proud to support Mummy's Wish at our 2020 Christmas Party on 5 December, where we will be donating funds ra...ised at the event to their Bring a Bear to Life project. Comfort bears include a heart-shaped voice recorder so that Mum can record a special message, offering stressed and lonely little ones a feeling of safety, warmth and assurance when they need it most. To book your ticket to the NCWQ Christmas Party and support Mummy's Wish, please visit Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/ncwq-xmas-2020

16.01.2022 A fantastic initiative for working parents!

15.01.2022 Here's a little more information on the first of our two COVID19 Health and Wellbeing workshops... From Surviving to Thriving During COVID19 Monday 29 June 2020, 7.30-8.30pm (hosted via Zoom)... This global pandemic brings with it opportunities to embrace challenges and uncertainty. "Unprecedented" has become the buzz word overnight! Join us for this masterclass about why struggles and setbacks are the keys to living a profoundly satisfying life that fosters true happiness. Learn about how striving towards a goal is vital to achieving fulfilment, and that struggling and failing is the only way to get there. FREE for current NCWQ members. Non-members are welcome to attend for a small fee of $20. Places are limited - to reserve please send us a message or email [email protected]

15.01.2022 Introducing our Annual Dinner Keynote Guest Speaker! JESSICA TAYLOR Jessica Taylor is the President of QENDO, Chair of The Australian Coalition for Endometriosis and CEO of APMA Australian Pain Management Association. She is an advisor on several committees across Australia at both state and federal levels as well as within educational institutions and private organisations. Jessica is involved in the future of health as an associate investigator for longitudinal women's he...alth studies. Jessica played a major role in the development and implementation of the Federal Health National Action plan for Endometriosis in 2018. Her work within the womens health sector has enabled policy and service change to improve the lives of those living with chronic conditions. Jessica is passionate about engaging with the consumer and health care communities to improve the learning and support for those living with chronic pain. We are SO excited to hear Jessica speak in a few weeks time. Tickets are selling fast - to secure yours today contact our Events Team at [email protected]

15.01.2022 Are you (or is someone you know!): A female full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Engineering degree (Civil, Electrical or Environmental), in your second, third or fourth year of study Enrolled in a university located in the South East Queensland region, as defined by www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/regions/queensland.html A resident of Queensland of good repute with no past or current disciplinary proceedings against you... An Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa Then you are eligible for the TMR Women in Engineering (South East Queensland) Bursary! Visit www.ncwq.org.au/portfolio/bursary-program for more details and to apply!

13.01.2022 We're excited to feature our 2020 NCWQ bursary recipients over the next few weeks. Keep an eye on our media pages to learn about our recipients and how their bursary helped them with their studies. The first recipient is Annette Box, who received the Office for Women (Leadership) Bursary to assist her with her Master of Education (Leadership and Management) at QUT. Know someone who qualifies for one of our bursaries? Applications for the 2021 program are open until June 2 ...- please share through your networks. For further information: ncwq.org.au/bursary-program-2021/ #ncwqbursaryprogram #nationalcouncilofwomen #ncwqld #scholarships #bursaries

11.01.2022 Another bursary announcement - the TMR Women in Engineering (South East Queensland) Bursary! Know someone who might be eligible? Tag them below! Applications close 1 June 2020... Visit www.ncwq.org.au/portfolio/bursary-program for more details and to apply! #NCWQ

10.01.2022 Today the Story Bridge in Brisbane is 80 years old!! What a fantastic milestone and opportunity for us as an organisation to reflect. In 2005, NCWQ celebrated its centenary with many functions and events including this banner spanning across the Story Bridge. The banner was donated by NCWQ Executive Committee Vice-President Mrs Ailsa Scurr, now an Honorary Life Member. We were so proud!

10.01.2022 Have you registered for the second of our COVID19 Health and Wellbeing workshops? Facilitated by Management Committee member, mentor, philanthropist and social entrepreneur, Saalihah Seedat, each workshop will provide you with the skills you need to thrive during this unprecedented time and tackle unexpected stress. STOP THE WORLD, I WANT TO GET OFF! - Dealing with COVID19 related stress. Monday 7 July, 7:30pm-8:30pm.... Both workshops will be delivered via Zoom. Non-members are welcome to attend for a small fee of $20. Places are limited - to reserve your place please send us a message or email [email protected].

10.01.2022 Two days left to purchase your ticket to our Christmas Party on 5 December, supporting Mummy's Wish!

09.01.2022 R U OK?Day 2020 might be coming to an end but the conversations shouldnt stop. Any day youre concerned someones struggling, trust your gut and ask, are you ...OK? Because a conversation could change a life. If you or a loved one need immediate support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for a confidential chat any time of day or night. You can find other support services at www.ruok.org.au/findhelp These services are for everyone - whether you need a listening ear or are concerned about someone else.

08.01.2022 Reserve your place for our next Health and Wellbeing workshop now! Our next masterclass on Monday 3 August, hosted by Dr Ira van der Steenstraten, is focussing on all things Mindfulness. Mindfulness has even been shown to change the architecture of your brain. These benefits have become widely accepted by scientists and the general public of all ages. Mindfulness training programs have been implemented in schools, sports, the military and corporate businesses, showing huge ...benefits for participants. ONLINE MASTERCLASS Monday 3 August 7:00pm-8:00pm Free for NCWQ members and $20 for the general public Online via Zoom Hosted by Dr Ira van der Steenstraten. To reserve your place please comment on this post, send us a private message, or email us at [email protected] Dr Ira van der Steenstraten (Acting President- Qld Medical Women's Society) was trained as a psychiatrist, psychotherapist and systems therapist in The Netherlands and is currently working as a Life Coach, based in Brisbane, Queensland. She has developed several innovative training programs teaching Mindfulness and Health & Wellbeing strategies. In this session she will explain the basic principles of Mindfulness and its effects on the body and mind, both in theory and through experiencing some basic exercises.

08.01.2022 THE VAL FRENCH AM MEMORIAL BURSARY FOR JOURNALISM STUDENTS This bursary is sponsored by Older People Speak Out, an organisation with the goal of accepting positive ageing, and to give older people the skills and a voice to address the issues affecting seniors. The bursary honours Val French AM, who as a professional journalist and university lecturer, advocated for the rights of women working in media. She subsequently was instrumental in the formation of Older People Speak ...Out, and their annual positive ageing media awards. Val sadly passed away in March 2020. Apply now - https://ncwq.org.au//the-val-french-am-memorial-bursary-f/ For more information - https://ncwq.org.au/bursary-program-2021/

07.01.2022 Women 40-44 years of age are the highest at-risk age group for death by suicide. A strong sense of connectedness and belonging are key suicide protective factors, and sport is a context where these can be fostered and is already a site for suicide prevention programs. Little research has examined the sport-suicidal behaviour relationship, and no research has focused on older women athletes, particularly menopausal women. Jacquelyn Batrachenko is currently conducting a resea...rch project as part of her Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Honours degree, under the supervision of Professor Andrea Lamont-Mills. The project aims to help understand the relationship between menopause, sport participation and suicide. If you are a woman between 35-65 years of age, and do NOT currently participate in a competitive spots or group based physical activity, Jacquelyn invites you to complete her research survey. The survey is approximately 45 minutes in length and can be accessed online, here: https://surveys.usq.edu.au/index.php/886258?lang=en If you have any questions about this study please contact Jacquelyn directly on [email protected] or Professor Andrea Lamont-Mills [email protected]

07.01.2022 LAW & JUSTICE BURSARY AVAILABLE The NCWQ Lady Justice Bursary, sponsored by NCWQ member Senior Sergeant Anna Dwyer and Joanna Robinson, is being offered to a female studying Law or Justice in Queensland. Anna and Joanna acknowledge the value of law and justice within the State of Queensland and wish to support a Queensland woman as she aims to achieve her goal studying within this area.... APPLY NOW - https://ncwq.org.au/bursary-2021/lady-justice-bursary/ For further information: https://ncwq.org.au/bursary-program-2021/ #ncwqbursaryprogram #nationalcouncilofwomen #ncwqld #scholarships #bursaries #lawstudents #justicestudents

07.01.2022 COVID19 Health and Wellbeing workshop series - Introducing your workshop facilitator, Saalihah Seedat! Saalihah is a Consultant Clinical Pharmacist, social entrepreneur, philanthropist and mentor who is passionate about leadership and making a difference. A mom of 3, Saalihah strikes a work-life balance between working in her clinical role, along with her passion for inspiring and motivating individuals as a personal development and wellbeing specialist. Saalihah is a highly ...skilled social innovator of change. We promise that you will leave each workshop feeling motivated and ready to tackle your next challenge! Some testimonials from Saalihah's COVID19 Health and Wellbeing workshops held in April 2020... "Saalihah's personal development workshops provided me with an engaging insight into the importance of looking after my mental health and personal wellbeing". "The workshops provided me with the foundations to build crucial habits in my day-to-day life, such as mindfulness, meditation, and controlled breathing techniques. Saalihah is an engaging and prepared workshop facilitator, and her workshop content is relevant and easy to digest". Both workshops are still open for registrations - for more information please see our Facebook events or send us an email at [email protected]

06.01.2022 There is still time to register for our upcoming online Health and Wellbeing masterclass, this month focussing on Mindfulness, with Dr Ira van der Steenstraten. Mindfulness has become a bit of a buzz word in recent years but do you really know what it stands for and how it could help you? ONLINE MASTERCLASS Monday 3 August 7:00pm-8:00pm ... Free for NCWQ members and $20 for the general public Online via Zoom Hosted by Dr Ira van der Steenstraten. To reserve your place please comment on this post, send us a private message, or email us at [email protected] In this session she will explain the basic principles of Mindfulness and its effects on the body and mind, both in theory and through experiencing some basic exercises.

05.01.2022 The deadline for our Endometriosis Awareness and Education campaign we are running with QENDO is fast approaching on June 30. We kindly ask all of our members, affiliates and friends to get in contact with their state members about this important issue using the template on our website and via the link below. https://ncwq.org.au//ncwq-and-qendo-raising-awareness-of-/... #endometriosis #endoawareness #endometriosisawareness

05.01.2022 Did you know that NCWQ is 115 years old this year?! Please join us in celebration of another successful year, at our AGM and Annual Dinner, to be held on 15 September from 5:00pm. To enquire about our AGM, please contact us at [email protected]... To enquire about our Annual Dinner, please contact us at [email protected]

05.01.2022 Today's bursary announcement - the SI Moreton North Inc SIMNI Bursary! Know someone who might be eligible? Tag them below! Applications close 1 June 2020... Visit www.ncwq.org.au/portfolio/bursary-program for more details and to apply! #NCWQ

04.01.2022 Feeling overwhelmed with the huge range of online personal development courses promoted during COVID19? Our Health and Wellbeing virtual masterclasses , run over the next three weeks, are the only courses you need! The best part? The online sessions are FREE for all NCWQ members! Presented by Saalihah Seedat (Management Committee member, Clinical Pharmacist, mentor, philanthropist and social entrepreneur), each masterclass will provide you with the skills, tools and tips you... need to navigate through this unprecedented time and tackle stress. From Surviving to Thriving During COVID19 Monday 29 June, 7:30pm-8:30pm. STOP THE WORLD, I WANT TO GET OFF! - Dealing with COVID19 related stress Monday 6 July, 7:30pm-8:30pm. Both masterclasses will be delivered via Zoom. Non-members are welcome to attend for a small fee of $20. Places are limited - to register, please send us a message or email [email protected]

02.01.2022 Congratulations to NCWQ member, past bursary recipient and current Vice President, Erin Cunningham, who was admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Queensland this week. Pictured is Erin with a portrait of His Excellency, the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland, who is also the Patron of NCWQ. The Governor was formerly the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Queensland from 1998-2014. Join us in congratulating Erin!

02.01.2022 NCWQ is calling for nominations from dedicated and innovative women and men living in Queensland, to nominate for a position on the Management Committee for the 2020-2021 year. The following positions are ready to be filled: - President - Vice President (2 positions available) - Secretary (2 positions available) - Treasurer... - General committee member (5 positions available) - State Coordinator Each Management Committee member, save for those who hold an Executive position (President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer), is tasked with Chairing a sub-committee. Our sub-committees may consist of Events, Marketing and Promotion, Bursaries, Health and Wellbeing, and Advocacy. Each sub-committee Chair is determined at the discretion of the President, with roles being delegated at the first Committee Meeting following the AGM. Holding a position on the NCWQ Management Committee is a fantastic way to broaden your skills, expand your networks, and learn alongside a diverse range of previously serving Management Committee members. NCWQ is looking for Applicants who can provide invaluable skills to the organisation to assist with inherent growth over the next five years. General committee members have a maximum tenure of four (4) years. After serving this period they are free to apply for other roles, save for the role they held immediately prior. To apply, please contact Secretary Avril Kent at [email protected], providing: - A brief outline of your desire to apply; and - A copy of your current CV. Applicants must be either a current NCWQ Associate member or a delegate of an Affiliated organisational member. Memberships start at $20 per year. To apply visit our website. Nominations for the Management Committee close on 1 September 2020. To obtain a copy of the current NCWQ Constitution and By Laws, which detail the roles and responsibilities of the Management Committee, please contact the Secretary.

02.01.2022 Our 115th Annual General Meeting on 15 September would not have been complete without honouring retiring Management Committee members, Avril Kent and Noela ODonnell AM. Avril Kent, outgoing Honorary Secretary, was awarded the inaugural NCWQ President's Award, in recognition for her dedication to the organisation over a number of years, but particularly the past 12 months in her retiring role on the NCWQ Management Committee. Avril has been a loyal and dedicated member of NC...WQ for over six years, has held positions on the Management Committee for a majority of that time, and is an expert Secretary. Avrils compassion, her English humour and knowledge of golf will truly be missed! A big congratulations to Past President Noela, who has been awarded Honorary Life Membership of NCWQ, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to NCWQ and Queensland women at large. Noela has seen the conception of many NCWQ projects & events over the years, such as our annual Bursary Program. We are indebted to Noela for the legacy she has left for many Management Committees to come. Noela joins our three existing Life Members: Dr Laurel McIntosh OBE, Mrs Val Cocksedge OAM, and Mrs Ailsa Scurr.

02.01.2022 Our next recipient is Sabrina Chakori who received the Hajera Bibi Seedat Bursary in 2020. Sabrina is completing a PhD at the University of Queensland looking at reducing food packaging in food systems and exploring new economic systems, such as economic degrowth. Sabrina also manages a social enterprise, the Brisbane Tool Library, that she founded in 2017. Know someone who qualifies for one of our bursaries? ... Applications for the 2021 program are open until June 2 - please share through your networks. For further information: ncwq.org.au/bursary-program-2021/ #ncwqbursaryprogram #nationalcouncilofwomen #ncwqld #scholarships #bursaries