Welcome to QRRRWN
The Queensland Rural Regional and Remote Women’s Network Inc. is here to CONNECT, DEVELOP and INSPIRE the wonderful women in our Rural, Regional and Remote Queensland areas. Look at our 2020 Program here and see how we work to deliver the program to you in our 2020 Strategic Plan.
We are building a vibrant and strong community of women! Come join us.
Quick Links to Important Programs & Information
Read QRRRWN’s Covid Crisis & Rebuilding Response 2020
Celebrating Ladies in beef 3 May – 7 May
We are hosting 5 days of events that celebrate the contributions of women to Agriculture and the Beef Industry, in Rockhampton from May 3-7 2021. We are also providing a venue for families to relax in the James Lawrence Pavilion at the Rockhampton showgrounds – so come along and put your feet up with the family!
For details about the events visit HERE. The page is also under the Events tab, ‘Ladies in beef 2021’.
Sponsorship Opportunities available! See the sponsorship proposals at the link above.
Important: Upon registration for our face to face events or obtaining / purchasing a ticket you agree to the following Terms and Conditions:
- QRRRWN Event terms and conditions Feb 2021
- QRRRWN Coronavirus Event Attendee Requirements and Conditions_Feb2021
Please take the time to consider these documents before registering or purchasing/obtaining a ticket.
2021 Board Members
We are delighted to announce our 2021 Board. We have two returning Board members and two new Board members:
- Vice President, Juliette Wright OAM
- Secretary, Priscilla Steven-Guiney
- Board Member, Jo Best (Projects & Events)
- Board Member, Erika Entz (IT, Data, Digital Transformation & Operations)
For more details click here.
What We Do
Our role is to validate and legitimise the myriad roles of rural, regional and remote women.
QRRRWN Inc. strategic objectives are to develop the capacity of RRR women through education to overcome adversity, develop leadership and participate in decision-making.
QRRRWN Inc. uses its networks to reach RRR women and builds their capacity through:
- Connecting by creating inclusive safe environments and providing capacity building programs
- Networking RRR women with individuals, businesses, government and organisations
- Inspiring RRR women to realise their potential, be influential, contribute and share their stories
- Fundamental to our purpose is building the capacity of RRR women.
2021 Inspiring Youth in Rural, Regional & Remote Queensland
With the generous support of the Office of Women and the Queensland Government, QRRRWN has been able to inspire and develop young women in rural, regional and remote Queensland for a number of years. In 2021 QRRRWN will include a youth program within its annual conference again. It is an opportunity for young women attending the Youth Program to engage with mentors who provide:
- career guidance; and
- illuminate pathways for their role in rural, regional and remote communities.
Where to get further support:
- Call Lifeline on 13 11 14
- Call 13 HEALTH (13 432 584) in QLD
For further contact details, support and other states, see the Lifeline website.
2021 Sponsors, Funding & Volunteers
QRRRWN is a not-for-profit. It relies on grants, donations and sponsorship.
Our Youth Program & Mentoring scheduled for the annual conference in 2021 is made possible by the Office of Women and the Queensland Government.
In 2021 our Annual Conference and the Strong Women in Leadership Awards are supported by:
- the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal;
- Office of Women and the Queensland Government through their support of both the SWLA Awards and bursaries and the Youth Program which is conducted at the conference;
Volunteers
Our volunteers are what keeps QRRRWN going. Over many years hundreds of women have volunteered time to support QRRRWN and to lift up other rural, regional and remote women. The work is unpaid and at times it is extremely busy. We thank you for supporting QRRRWN and other rural, regional and remote women.
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Thank you to our key Sponsors & Funding Bodies
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ANNOUNCING ‘Ladies in Beef’ hosted by QRRRWN in Rockhampton during Beef Australia 2021, 3 May - 7 May 2021.
Ladies in Beef includes 5 days of events celebrating the contribution of women to agriculture and the beef industry. QRRRWN will be in the James Lawrence Pavilion at the Rockhampton Showgrounds.
Draft program of events & sponsorship opportunities - AVAILABLE NOW!
Webpage here: www.qrrrwn.org.au/beef2021
Read our communications here for the event details, invitation to get involved and request for VOLUNTEERS: mailchi.mp/qrrrwn/womeninbeef
All queries and inquiries to eso@qrrrwn.org.au
We cannot wait! Get on-board!
#Beef2021
We remember with you all and celebrate the life of Prince Philip, who passed away at Windsor Castle on 9 April 2021, aged 99.The Queen's husband, a former naval officer, was married to Queen Elizabeth since 1947 and was father to their four children.
We love seeing the post below acknowledging his connection with Queensland. We love Queensland too and are committed to our dynamic and committed RRR Women.