Gender equality and women's leadership

Celebrate Victorian women

On International Women's Day, and every day, we #CelebrateVicWomen.

Victorian Women's Public Art Program

The Victorian Women's Public Art Program aims to address the underrepresentation of women and their achievements through enduring public artworks such as statues and sculptures.

Gender equality: what is it and why do we need it?

Find out what gender equality means and why it's important. Read our strategy and discover how we’re working with all Victorians to promote gender equality.

Our women's leadership programs

The Victorian Government’s women’s leadership programs include scholarships, awards and networking opportunities for women and gender diverse people of all ages and backgrounds.

Recognition Matters

An initiative to improve the recognition of women’s contributions to Australia.

Gender Equality Act 2020

The Gender Equality Act 2020 is a once in a generation opportunity to improve gender equality in Victoria.

What we're doing to promote gender equality

Find out how we’re working together with Victorians to promote gender equality.

Gender equality case studies

Read about what we’re doing and what our partners are doing to build a society based on equality and respect. These case studies profile children, women, men, community groups and more.

About Women Victoria

Women Victoria aims to change attitudes and promote gender equality, prevent family violence and increase the number women in leadership.

Stories and case studies

What does gender equality look like in action?

Reviewed 30 May 2023