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Women's Health East

Locality: Doncaster East, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9851 3700

Address: 1/125 George Street 3109 Doncaster East, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.whe.org.au

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25.01.2022 Promoting and normalising gender equality is the key to creating a society which does not tolerate violence against women. Check out these suggested children's books which promote equal and respectful messaging. #16Days #16Days16Ways #CallitOut #RespectIs #16DaysCampaign

25.01.2022 Our friends at Women's Health Goulburn North East have developed this excellent, plain language, no-nonsense guide to common sexual and reproductive health issues such as menopause, endometriosis and periods! Check it out here: www.whealth.com.au//straightforward-guides-to-sexual-and-/

24.01.2022 While legislation and policies exist to protect gender discrimination at work, #sexist biases, attitudes and pressures related to unpaid domestic labour still hold women back in their careers. This article from Women's Agenda explores how these manifest:

24.01.2022 Celebrate #NAIDOC2020 next week with these films on SBS Australia:

24.01.2022 #COVID19 has impact women's employment, safety, access to healthcare and support services. COVID-19 lockdowns, border closures and supply disruptions have limited access to menstrual hygiene products in 30 countries according to Plan International:

24.01.2022 Can you repeat that? It’s a simple question that you can ask somebody if they’ve made an inappropriate sexist or discriminatory comment. By asking the person to repeat the statement, it gives them an opportunity to think about what they have said. It can also give them the opportunity to rethink their statement and correct themselves.... When we stay silent, we are reinforcing that the behaviour is acceptable. When we call it out, we’re sending a really clear message that it’s not okay. #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

24.01.2022 This #NAIDOC2020, water was returned to Traditional Owners for the first time in Victoria since colonisation. Congratulations to the GunnaiKurnai peoples. This has come on the back of decades of advocacy, protest and hard work of Victorian Aboriginal people.

24.01.2022 Around one in five pregnancies ends in miscarriage before 20 weeks. It's not something that's talked about much nor is it formally recognised as either a birt...h or death. And those who've experienced early pregnancy loss often find themselves dealing with it alone, with no real way of expressing their grief. This won't be everyone's choice. But hopefully it'll help bereaved parents mourn the child they never got to meet.

23.01.2022 Our Watch ambassador Tayla Harris knows how to #CallitOut when experiencing sexism online. Now she’s encouraging everyone to #DoSomething and Support women by standing up to disrespect. #16Days16Ways #16Days #16DaysCampaign #CallitOut... www.youtube.com/watch?v=39cHa4ha1Wc See more

23.01.2022 While there were criticisms raised of the Federal Budget regarding funding for #women and women's issues, one area it does aim to address is the #gender disparity in #STEM fields. This article from The Conversation explores this further:

21.01.2022 University enrolment for #women is down 7% from 2019 and 2% for men. The #gendered impact is said to be due to women's unpaid caring responsibilities increasing during COVID and the increased cost of humanities courses. #women #highereducation #students

20.01.2022 Sometimes sexist comments are made by people who don’t understand that their attitudes and behaviours are harmful. That’s why it’s important to call it out. What’s obvious for you may not be for them. Respectfully informing them could help them to understand and support them to change their behaviour.... Changing harmful attitudes might not happen overnight. The more valuable conversations we have that challenge these kinds of behaviours, the closer we will get to achieving a gender equal society for all. #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

20.01.2022 You've probably heard the term intersectionality used a lot in discussions about sex, gender, race and class, but do you know about the origins of the term and the woman who coined it? #intersectionality #intersectionalfeminism

20.01.2022 The gender pay gap is narrowing but women still earn substantially less than men: #GenderEquality #GenderPayGap

20.01.2022 The election of Kamala Harris to US Vice President is significant for many reasons, not least of which the fact that Harris will be the first woman, and the first woman of colour, to assume the role: #KamalaHarris #USelections #women #womeninpolitics

20.01.2022 This #NAIDOC2020 Week, the key theme is #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe Here, Butchulla actor, writer and producer Aidan Rowlingson reflects on what this means to him:

19.01.2022 Thank you to Eastern Health for the opportunity to present last week to kick off the #16daysofactivism #16days16ways campaign. WHE had the opportunity to present to staff on the current state of gender equality, COVID-19 implications on women and bystander action to call out sexism, discrimination and gender inequality. We look forward to continuing our partnership and work with our Together For Equality and Respect partner organisations ... #16dayscampaign #CallitOut

19.01.2022 Today is World AIDS Day:

18.01.2022 Do you know how to say "hello" in the language of the First Nation you live on? Using this terrific interactive map from NITV, you can familiarise yourself with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages for #NAIDOC2020 #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

16.01.2022 The #MeToo campaign has raised awareness about sexual harrassment and assault of women in all areas of society, including comedy and entertainment, from The Guardian:

16.01.2022 Demonstrations continue in Poland to protest the passage of a near-total abortion ban. Abortion is basic healthcare and a fundamental human right: #abortion #YouKnowMe #ShoutYourAbortion #Women'sHell #Poland

16.01.2022 As the world awaits the US election result, it is important to remember that women are more likely to vote than men. As such, candidates should address key issues concerning women: #women #USelection #vote #sexism #

15.01.2022 Register now for Maroondah City Council's Women's resilience in lockdown event. Thursday 10 December 7:30-8:30pm via Zoom Registrations at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-resilience-share-learn-and-l

13.01.2022 This Sunday 8 November is the beginning of #NAIDOC2020. Women's Health East acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nations, the traditional ownersof the land on which we work. We pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge the work of our partners in the Eastern Metropolitan Region, including Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place, Boorndawan Willam and Oonah Health & Community Services Aboriginal Corporation. :2020 National NAIDOC logo.

13.01.2022 Today is #GivingTuesdayAUS, a global generosity movement for people and organizations to give back to the community in whatever way they can. Did you know that any donation big or small to WHE helps us to continue addressing issues affecting women? https://www.givenow.com.au/whe

12.01.2022 1 December is #WorldAIDSDay Thorne Harbour Health, Living Positive Victoria and Positive Women Victoria are hosting this online memorial alongside other organisations that is open to the public and free to attend:

11.01.2022 "What it also and more dangerously implies in the context of disability, is that violence is almost expected. That disability makes us vulnerable. The blame then lies with the disabled individual and sidelines the role of the perpetrator." Women's Agenda

11.01.2022 Just don’t laugh at the joke. Our Watch ambassadors Hester and Ben Brown know that’s all it takes to show disrespect towards women is not ok. How will you #DoSomething? Because #DoingNothingDoesHarm #16Days16Ways #CallitOut #16Days #16DaysCampaign www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C8MbdG6cR4

11.01.2022 People often use sexist comments as a ’joke’. These may seem innocent and harmless, but they contribute to a society which promotes disrespect and discrimination. A person using the sexist ‘joke’ may not intend harm, but the bottom line is they’re being offensive, not funny. It can be complicated and uncomfortable to explain this to someone, especially in a group setting.... One way to challenge these ‘jokes’ is to ask the person to explain what they meant by it. If you remain poised and serious, they may be forced to confront the plain truth that their comment was offensive, not humorous. This can also deter them from using these behaviours in the future. #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

10.01.2022 Although it might not feel like much, a roll of the eyes or arch of a brow, a pointed glare or a disapproving look are all simple but effective ways we can send a powerful message to a person that their comments are not okay. By not giving airtime to inappropriate behaviour in social settings, we are committing to creating a safe and respectful community for everyone. Remember that any action is better than no action. It’s up to all of us to change the culture of letting an ...inappropriate sexist and discriminatory behaviour unchallenged by calling it out when we can. This can be something as simple as a facial expression to communicate your disapproval. To see how a situation like this might play out, check out this video by @OurWatchAus - www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Hwj38L9bxY #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

08.01.2022 Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place is hosting an event to celebrate #NAIDOC2020

06.01.2022 Call Out disrespect online when you see it. Take action to speak up, or comment against disrespect. Show your support and create safe online spaces for others. More and more we spend time online interacting and socialising with others. Using social media to connect online has been central to our daily lives in 2020. Sometimes we witness disrespect online, whether these are posts made by other people, or comments on your own posts. ... It is important to know that your voice matters online. Check out this online video to learn more - www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWB-8FrTNQE For online safety information and support visit www.whe.org.ay/16Days #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

05.01.2022 Our friends at Mullum Mullum Indigenous Gathering Place are hosting an art competition to celebrate #NAIDOCWeek. Entries close tomorrow, 31 October. Details below:

04.01.2022 City of Monash and Mutti Mutti man and Aboriginal musician Kutcha Edwards, have worked together on a special Community Animation Project as part of #NAIDOC2020 celebrations #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

04.01.2022 Have you seen a post or a comment on social media and thought that’s just not right, but haven’t been sure what to say? You can show your support and call out disrespect, sexism or other forms of discrimination online by: Unfollowing the person making the inappropriate comments Consider posting a comment or calling out the behaviour like Am I the only one who feels uncomfortable about this?... Show your support by sharing or liking comments that show respect or call out disrespect. Your actions do make a difference online and could really make a difference to the person being targeted. Together we’re stronger online. Check out this online video to learn more -https://youtu.be/xMTxeQV3YvI For online safety information and support visit www.whe.org.ay/16Days #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

03.01.2022 Today is the last day of #NAIDOC2020 Do you know who the Traditional Owners of the land on which you live and work are? #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

03.01.2022 Join First Nations artist and arts scholar Paola Balla online at 1pm today for a yarn with Deadly Fringe visual artists Rosie Kalina and Madison Connors about the complexities and intersections of being a First Nations woman or person who has a lived experience of misogyny. Focusing particularly on the effect of social media, the discussion will touch on fat-phobia, selfies and body autonomy, questioning whether social media is beneficial or detrimental for self-image and autonomy of self. Tickets via Melbourne Fringe at www.melbournefringe.com.au//mtalks-first-nations-womens-b/

01.01.2022 Check out the website for the Public Sector Gender Equality Commission, which oversees the implementation of the Gender Equality Act 2020 and promotes gender equality in the public sector workforce and the broader Victorian community #GenderEqualityAct

01.01.2022 Have you seen the @RespectVictoria #CallitOut public transport advertisement? Check it out here: www.youtu.be/UHxAxRYIlfE Small and seemingly insignificant acts can be powerful in disrupting inappropriate behaviour. This can include using your body language whether that be standing in front or between the situation. ... We all have a role to play to create a safe and respectful community for all. And by not giving inappropriate behaviour airtime, we show that it is not okay and not acceptable. Know your actions can make a difference. Learn more about how to not give inappropriate behaviour airtime and how to disrupt in public settings here: www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au//respect-women-call-it-out- #16Days16Ways #16DaysCampaign #RespectIs #CallitOut

01.01.2022 Have you experienced problems getting pregnant or tried IVF? Would you like to share your story to help support others? RMIT University and Monash University are looking for women from culturally diverse backgrounds to share their experience of fertility problems and/or fertility treatment (e.g. IVF) for a project to create a website featuring women's stories to help support others in future. The researchers would like to hear from women who: ... have experienced problems getting pregnant due to age or health conditions (e.g. PCOS, endometriosis); have 'unexplained infertility'; tried IVF; or decided not to try IVF. If you are aged between 20 and 55 years, live in Australia, can converse in English and are interested in finding out more (or participating), please contact Dr Kate Johnston-Ataata (03 9925 2800 or [email protected]). You can also read a bit more about the study or register your interest here: https://healthtalkaustralia.org/infertility/participate/ See more

01.01.2022 JOIN OUR TEAM! Women's Health East currently have three positions available for Manager (Equality & Respect), Manager (Health Promotion) and Training Coordinator. If you're passionate about investing in equality and wellbeing for women, and want to work with us within a feminist framework addressing the social, cultural, economic, political and environmental factors impacting on the health, safety and wellbeing of women in the Eastern Metropolitan Region, then we'd love to h...ear from you. Applications for all three roles close on Sunday, 13th December. To find out more about each role and how to apply, visit our website https://whe.org.au/about-us/work-with-us/

01.01.2022 #NAIDOC2020 online event happening shortly: