💥Kapow! Na na na na na na na na.... REFERENCE MAN 🦸‍♂️ He sounds like a superhero. The world has been designed for him. Yet many of us have never even heard of him 🤔❓❗ Ahead of #IWD24, learn about this mystery man's impact on gender inequality. youtu.be/8HSIolFiHiE

“Gender pay gap? But isn’t it illegal to pay men, women and people of all genders differently for doing the same job?” 🤔 Yup, it is! But that’s not the whole story 🤯 👉Get the facts this International Women's Day at: wgea.gov.au/the-gender-pay… #IWD24

Calling all Vic students in years 9-12! The 2024 Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize is now open. Students are invited to explore Australia’s war and peacekeeping history. 12 students will go on a fully funded study tour. Applications close 29 April 2024. vic.gov.au/soap

Apply now for Youth Fest grants of up to $2,000! 🌟 Open to orgs, local gov, and schools to host youth-led events this Sept. Apply by 11.59pm, 15 March 2024. Apply now: vic.gov.au/youth-fest-gra…

Youth Fest grants of up to $2,000 closing this week! Funding to support youth-led events held this September. Apps close Friday 15 March 2024. Visit: vic.gov.au/youth-fest-gra…

Vic Gov is proud to partner with Wodonga TAFE to deliver the Recognition of Prior Learning for Veterans Pilot Program. Supporting veterans in their journey to post-service employment. For more information, visit: wodongatafe.edu.au/services/veter…

🌈 Come along to Bendigo’s Pride Festival! A LGBTIQA+ haven of pride and unity. Let’s celebrate love and inclusivity together! Details: bendigopridefestival.com.au 🏳️‍🌈✨

NOW RECRUITING: Victoria’s Commissioner for LGBTIQA+ Communities acts as an important conduit between LGBTIQA+ communities and Victorian Government. Could this be you? Find out more and apply by 11.59pm on 8 April: shk.com.au/job/commission…

Youth Fest grants of up to $2,000 are now extended! Funding to support youth-led events held this September. Apps close Friday 22 March 2024. Visit: vic.gov.au/youth-fest-gra…

Nominations for the 2024 Victorian Honour Roll of Women are open! Tell us about outstanding Victorian women, who've made an impact in their local communities, spearheaded change, or been emerging leaders - is this you or a woman you know? Nominate by 5 May vic.gov.au/honour-roll-wo…

Get your nominations in for the 2024 Victorian Protecting Children Awards to recognise those who demonstrate excellence in working with children, young people and families. Nominate before Friday 5 April at: dffh.vic.gov.au/victorian-prot… #VPCA CREATE Foundation CCYP Victoria @cfecfw

PreventX 2024: Messaging for a Movement showcases the power of crafting messaging for the prevention of family and gender-based violence. This online and in-person event focuses on shifting attitudes to effect real change. shorturl.at/ehtSW

37 profiles of multicultural communities in Victoria are now live! Featuring data from the 2021 Australian Census, they’re an easy-to-read snapshot of cultural communities in our state, showing their diverse and unique needs. Learn more at: vic.gov.au/community-prof…

Make sure an extraordinary Victorian woman gets recognised for her impact in our state! Join us for an online info session to learn how to nominate someone for the Victorian Honour of Women 2024 on Tuesday 26 March, 12.30pm – 1.30pm. Register now: events.humanitix.com/victorian-hono…

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Phil Carswell OAM. Phil's leadership, dedication and commitment to advocating for action on HIV/AIDS and LGBTIQA+ rights in Australia was instrumental.

Today is World Down Syndrome Day! This year’s theme #EndTheStereotypes invites us to combat misconceptions and assumptions about Down syndrome. Help spread awareness by wearing eye-catching socks as part of the #LotsOfSocks campaign. 🧦 downsyndrome.org.au/vic/ @DownSyndromeVic

Too often women’s achievements and hard work go unrecognised – and it’s holding back #genderequality in our state. But if you can see it, you can be it. Nominate yourself or another remarkable woman for the 2024 Victorian Honour Roll of Women vic.gov.au/honour-roll-wo… #HonourHer

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