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23/05/2026

A wonderful feature in today’s sharing reflections from ’s CEO Amy Waters on the story behind the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.

To our Collective members and supporters — thank you. Your belief in this initiative, your ideas and willingness to step forward continue to shape the Collective and its future.

At its heart, the Collective began through conversation, connection and a shared desire to create meaningful local change for women and girls across our region. We hope this story continues those conversations throughout our community — because some of the most meaningful change begins with people coming together, listening to one another, sharing ideas and imagining what’s possible.

Thank you to GT Magazine and Sarah Bieske for sharing this story so thoughtfully.

19/05/2026

✨ An exciting milestone for the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective — voting for our inaugural Grant closes tonight at 11.59pm.

There’s still time for Collective Members to help decide which local community organisation will receive funding of up to $50,000 to create meaningful change for women and girls across our region.

Your voice and leadership matter — this is collective giving in action.

This year’s shortlisted organisations are:
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Together, these organisations are addressing critical issues including safety, employment pathways, recovery, belonging, respect and gender equality across our community.

If you’re a Collective member and haven’t yet voted, check your inbox for your Member Voting Pack and voting link before voting closes tonight at 11.59pm.

The winner of the inaugural Geelong Women’s Impact Collective Grant will be announced at the Grant Gala - next week on 28 May.

29/04/2026

📣 Final call to become a Founding Member of !

Last week, we officially launched the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective with a powerful evening that brought together a community of women and allies committed to creating lasting change for women and girls across our region.

The energy in the room was grounded in connection, shared purpose and a clear sense of what’s possible when we come together.

We are deeply grateful to those who joined us on the night, and to those who have stepped forward as Founding Members — helping to shape this work from the very beginning.

Already, 80 Founding Members have joined the Collective, contributing over $81,800 and building strong momentum behind this work.

This is just the start of what we can achieve together.

For those who have been following along — we invite you to join the movement.

Founding Membership closes tomorrow, 30 April.

If resonates, there is still time to be part of our one-time founding cohort.

We welcome individuals, groups and organisations to join by contributing $1,000 annually or $84 monthly. https://shoutforgood.com/fundraisers/geelong-womens-impact-collective

Together, we can create lasting change for women and girls — now and for the future.

11/04/2026

“There are still too many systemic and cultural barriers preventing women from thriving. We need to break these down and commit to a more equitable community where all women can fully contribute.” - Wendy Brooks

We’re delighted to welcome Wendy Brooks as a Founding Member of the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.

Wendy’s words highlight the importance of addressing the deeper barriers that shape opportunity and the role we can all play in creating a more equitable future for women and girls.

Thank you Wendy, for your support as an inaugural member of this important initiative.

08/04/2026

“I’m proud to be part of a Collective that treats women’s safety, opportunity and leadership as foundational — not optional.”

We’re pleased to welcome Lauren Hogan of Fruition Recruitment as a Founding Member of the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.

Lauren’s words reflect a clear and powerful belief — that real change starts with recognising women’s safety, opportunity and leadership as essential.

Thank you, Lauren, for supporting a Collective working to drive this change across our region.

02/04/2026

“Having spent my life working with and teaching girls, and seeing the impact of gender inequality, I’m proud to support the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.” - Freda Wright

We’re delighted to welcome Freda Wright as a Founding Member of the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.

Freda brings a lifetime of experience and insight, and a deep understanding of why investing in women and girls matters. Her support reflects a shared commitment to creating a more equitable future across our region.

Thank you, Freda, for being part of this collective effort to drive lasting change.

30/03/2026

“The Geelong Women’s Impact Collective gives us the power to create meaningful change and lift up women and girls across our region.

For me, this is giving with purpose — ensuring the women of tomorrow have access to the opportunities they deserve.” - Renee Jovic

We’re proud to welcome Renee Jovic as a Founding Member of the Geelong Women’s Impact Collective.

Renee’s words speak to the heart of this Collective — coming together to create opportunity, equity and lasting change for women and girls across our region.

Thank you, Renee, for helping build a future where more women and girls can thrive.

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