The Victoria Government is continuing their support for their Women in Energy and Manufacturing program, announcing another 1.3M in available funding.
This program supports organisations to attract, recruit and retain women and remove barriers in male-dominated workforces.
Applications are open to businesses, not-for-profit groups, unions and industry groups. Employers such as Nestle were involved in the previous round, offering
The aim is to do this through activities that focus on:
- clear and attractive career pathways
- access to education and training
- economic equity and leadership opportunities
- accountability for workplace culture, diversity and wellbeing.
The first round saw activities such as mentoring programs, Women in Trades project run by the Australian Manufacturing Union, which delivered a series of trade demonstration events, employer site visits and career expos with employers such as Nestle to attract young women to exciting careers and opportunities in the manufacturing sector.
Supporting more women to pursue and excel in careers in energy and manufacturing will not only help to address gender imbalances but help address skill shortages in these industries.
Women account for just 32 per cent of Victoria’s manufacturing sector, and 33 per cent of the electricity, gas, water and waste services industries. The figures are even lower for women working in trades.
This program is a key part of the Victorian Government’s response to the Inquiry into Economic Equity for Victorian Women.
Applications for the new round of grants are now open, click here to apply.
