Tasmanian Government
Eight new members will advise government on issues affecting women and girls as part of a refreshed membership of the Tasmanian Women's Council.
Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence, Jane Howlett, welcomed the new members at today's Council meeting and said its work is essential to making sure women's voices are heard in shaping policy and programs in Tasmania.
"The Tasmanian Government is working together with women in our communities to move our state forward," Minister Howlett said.
"The Tasmanian Women's Council provides expert advice and advocacy to help us deliver on the commitments in the Equal Means Equal: Tasmania's Women's Strategy to support gender equality in Tasmania.
"I am delighted to welcome these new members who bring diverse experience and perspectives to this important work.
"I would like to thank all who took the time to apply, acknowledging their commitment and passion for making a difference.
"I also want to thank our outgoing members for their contribution and commitment to working with the council to advance gender equality across Tasmania."
The new membership follows an Expression of Interest process which attracted three times the number of applications compared to the previous round, reflecting strong community interest in advancing gender equality in Tasmania.
The eight new members are:
- Amanda French
- Archana Brammall
- Catherine Loppy
- Jane Bovill
- Jemma Ower
- Kate McMaster
- Quan Nguyen
- Rachel Dunn
They join existing members:
- Jo Flanagan (Chair)
- Liz Swain
- Deb Hunter
- Trudy Witbreuk
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