- Round 2 applications now open for Crisafulli Government's landmark Women's Career Grants to support women who want to return to work.
- Grants of up to $5,000 per applicant can assist with the costs of workwear, childcare, training, recertification, relocation, tools, or technology.
- More than 1,000 Queensland women supported through Round 1 with technology, re-certification, and training the most popular areas of need.
- Crisafulli Government delivering a better lifestyle through a stronger economy with Women's Career Grants supporting women's economic security.
The Crisafulli Government has opened second round applications for the life-changing Women's Career Grants program, with grants of up to $5,000 available to help reduce the cost of returning to work and boost women's economic security.
Following a two-week Expressions of Interest period, Round 2 is officially underway for the $20 million program, after incredible interest and resounding success in Round 1.
More than 1,000 Queensland women were supported through Round 1 and 93 per cent of successful applicants sought assistance across three or more categories - with technology, re-certification, and training being the most popular.
Round 2 categories remain the same, with assistance available for the costs of new workwear, registered childcare, training, recertification, transport to and from job interviews, tools and technology, or relocation expenses for new employment.
The Crisafulli Government is delivering for Queensland women and unlocking new opportunities across the State after the former Labor Government underfunded – and ignored – women's economic security.
The former Labor Government's record on issues affecting Queensland women is clear and includes the closure of 38 maternity wards and rampant workplace bullying and harassment of women at the hands of Labor's CFMEU.
Minister for Women and Women's Economic Security Fiona Simpson said the Women's Career Grants meant returning to work has never been easier for Queensland women.
"Our Women's Career Grants are breaking down barriers and providing cost-of-living relief to help women with the essentials to get back into work," Minister Simpson said.
"Having travelled throughout the State listening to women, we're investing in those who are seeking to re-enter paid work because we recognise that taking some time out of the workforce for whatever reason can be a real barrier.
"We're committed to giving women a clear pathway to economic security across Queensland and this includes a very important regional reach to ensure we understand the different demographics and levels of access.
"We're already hearing the success stories of our Round 1 recipients. We'll be aiming to empower the same number of women again – if not more – through Round 2."
The Crisafulli Government has partnered with Future Women to deliver the grants. FW Founder Helen McCabe said the program is making a real difference for women right across Queensland.
"FW Jobs Academy has also supported thousands of women returning to work after a break," she said.
"Every story is unique, but there are similarities we see often. Highly capable women who took time out of work to raise a family, or because of caring responsibilities or health issues. Suddenly, their break means they're unable to get a foot in the door – no matter how skilled they are."
See full eligibility criteria and submit applications here: womenscareergrants.com.au
