WHISE is the Regional Women’s Health Service for the Southern Metropolitan Region
Women’s Health in the South East together with over 100 peak bodies and practitioners supports the joint statement from Australian Women Against Violence Alliance (AWAVA), calling for the end to the Federal Government’s new Family Law Inquiry.
Women’s Health in the South East calls on political leadership to make a real difference to the lives and wellbeing of women in the Southern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne.
Women’s Health in the South East has released its call to action for all political parties seeking to be elected to Federal Parliament on May 18.
Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE) welcomes the announcement from the Australian Labor Party that, if elected, they would deliver Australia’s first National Sexual and Reproductive Health strategy.
“We believe it’s essential that every woman has access to services and supports they need to ensure optimal health, regardless of their personal circumstances,” says Ms Kit McMahon, WHISE CEO.
Local Afghan cultural societies have teamed up to host a night of poetry, music and creative performance, to promote a deeper understanding of gender equality within the Afghan community.
On 31 December, the Settlement Services Program – run by WHISE for 11 years – will close. WHISE will continue to run its programs and services to prevent violence against women, improve sexual and reproductive health and create a gender equitable society, however, the settlement program (including the WHISE volunteer home visitation program) will cease.
Today, leading Victorian experts from the Women’s Community Services Sector are launching a resource for business to help them take action to end family violence.
The resource will help workplaces choose the right training and consultancy services to build their capacity to address gender equity and family violence.
This November, cafes across the South East of Melbourne will take part in a region-wide campaign to raise awareness about violence against women, specifically focusing on actions individuals can take to call out disrespect when they see it.
On 25 October in the company of partners, stakeholders, and friends in our community, WHISE launched its next strategic plan - view photos
Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE), together with local government and community health organisations, are set to launch the first ever sexual and reproductive health strategy and action plan for the Southern Metropolitan Region (SMR).
WHISE acknowledges the support of the Victorian State Government