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International Women's Day 2008
International Women’s Day (IWD) was inspired by large demonstrations of striking women
garment workers in 1908 in New York, who demanded political and economic rights for
women. At the same time, thousands of women in London held protests for their right to vote. In
Australia, the first IWD rally calling for equal rights for women was held in 1928. In 1977,
the United Nations recognised International Women’s Day as an international day
to acknowledge women’s contributions to society and our on-going struggles for
justice and equality. Millions of women around the world now commemorate
International Women’s Day on March 8th every year.
IWD is an important opportunity to join with other women to celebrate our strengths and achievements as women and to keep fighting for women’s rights. 80 years after the first IWD march in Australia, we still struggle for equality and justice for all women.
NSW Network of Women with Disability also participates in IWD to ensure that our needs and rights, as women with disabilities, are recognised by women’s organisations and by society.
The Network’s International Women’s Day Project aims to increase our members’ participation in IWD. In 2008, NSW Network of Women with Disability will be involved in rural, regional and Sydney-based events. We invite you to join in, to celebrate with other women with disabilities and our non-disabled (not-yet-disabled) sisters.
We recognise that it can be difficult and costly for some women with disabilities to be able to attend events. We don’t want you to miss out because you can’t afford it!
We have set aside some funds to assist women with disabilities to attend IWD events. To register for a subsidy, please call Bronwyn on 0418 204045
or e-mail Ena at: IWD.Project@gmail.com
We are busy finding out about IWD marches, concerts, workshops and other events around NSW. We are working with the organisers of these events to raise their awareness of disability issues, and to make sure their activities are as accessible as possible for women with disabilities.
We recognise that women living in rural and regional areas often have greater costs and fewer options to access women’s events. We especially encourage women from rural and regional areas to contact us for IWD subsidies.
We are compiling a list of IWD events, including their disability access arrangements. We have information on IWD events in:
Events
We would like to find out about as many IWD events as possible. You can assist us by finding out more about events in your area, and letting us know, so we can share this information with other Network members.
Contact Ena at: IWD.Project@gmail.com or phone the Network on 1 800 629 072 or 9891 6400.
We are also finding out about IWD events taking place around Sydney.
The major Sydney IWD event will be a March, Rally and Festival on International Women’s Day, on Saturday, March 8th. The Network will be participating in this event. Join us for the March, the Festival, or both! One of the speakers at Sydney IWD will be a Network member.
International Women’s Day Rally & March
Saturday 8 March at 12 noon
The March will head out from Sydney Town Hall, up George St to King St, up King St to Elizabeth St, then along Elizabeth St to Hyde Park for the IWD festival.
We will be marching with our Network banner!
Join us at Sydney Town Hall at 11.45 am.
We need a loud, proud presence reminding others of our issues and our rights and of our strength, resilience and courage as women and as people with disabilities.
The March will end in a huge festival at Hyde Park North, with entertainment, a memory tent, information stalls and lots, lots more. Our Network is planning to have an information stall and to run a “Living Library” event at the festival. We hope to be part of the entertainment too!
Disability Access Arrangements @ Hyde Park:
‘Living Libraries’ are like other libraries, except that that instead of borrowing a book, you ‘borrow’ a person to chat about their life experiences. So the ‘Books’ are actual people, who share their stories with readers who ‘borrow’ them for a limited period of time (e.g. 15 minutes).
A ‘Living Library’ aims to break down prejudice and promote understanding and tolerance of marginalised groups in our society.
The ‘Books’ in the ‘Living Library’ are people representing groups frequently confronted with prejudices and stereotypes, and who are
often victims of discrimination or social exclusion.
Women with disabilities make wonderful ‘Books’. We have so many stories of strength, courage, resilience and survival. Sharing our stories can break down barriers and dispel discrimination.
Our ‘Living Library’ at International Women’s Day will be an effective means to get other women to understand more about the lives of women with disabilities. The ‘Library’ is a great way to raise awareness of our realities. It offers readers a chance to learn about us beyond their assumptions and stereotypes.
The ‘Living Library’ will be conducted in a safe environment, with ‘Librarians’ on hand to ensure that ‘Borrowers’ treat the ‘books’ with care and respect.
A training workshop to brief our ‘Books’ and ‘Librarians’will be held on Tuesday March 4th from 12 pm - 2 pm. If needed, a second training session may be arranged.
The training workshop will brief our “Books” on what to expect, how to present your story, and some strategies for deflecting questions that are too personal. Refreshments will be provided at the training session.
The training session will take place on:
Tuesday March 4th
12 pm – 2 pm
at: MHA
Terrace Towers
Level 5, 80 William St
East Sydney
Terrace Towers is 2 buildings back from the Westfield building.
The venue has a lift.
There is accessible parking inside the building, but you would need to pay a parking fee. There is also parking available on the street.
Accessible bathrooms are located on level 6.
Subsidies are available to assist women with the costs of accessing the training and the “Living Libraries” event.
find out more about Living Libraries
We want to fill our ‘Living Library’ with diverse and fascinating ‘Books’ (i.e. you!)
If you are interested in being a ‘Book’, or a Librarian, or want to find out more:
e-mail Ena at: IWD.Project@gmail.com
or call Katielee on 1 800 629 072 or 9891 6400.
You need to register for the training workshop and to be a ‘Book’.
Our ‘Living Library’ will be in the Memory Tent of the IWD Festival, Hyde Park North, from 3 - 4 pm on Saturday March 8th.
The Memory Tent will be located on the grass at Hyde Park north, 2 meters from the path.
We will have an information stall at the festival, where we will display information and publicity about the Network and about issues that women with disabilities face. We will also offer demonstrations of our website. An information stall at IWD is a great opportunity to make contact with new women and let them know about our Network and what we do.
We need women to work on the stall handing out information and answering questions!!! If you can help on the stall for an hour or two, or you can help set up or pack up, please e-mail Ena at: IWD.Project@gmail.com or call WOW on 1 800 629 072.
This information has been prepared by Ena Burstin, IWD Project Coordinator.
It was correct at the time of uploading on to the website. . Many organisations are still finalising their plans.
Information on IWD activities is being updated all the time.
Please keep checking our website: http://www.femability.org.au
contact Ena: IWD.Project@gmail.com
or phone the WOW team on 1 800 688 831
for more details
Join us for an inspiring IWD 2008!!!
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Sydney City
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? Region/Place: Sydney City
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| Name of organisation: |
| NSW Network of Women with Disability? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Living Library Training Session |
| Date: Tuesday 4th March, 2008 |
| Time: 12pm – 2pm |
| Venue: MHA, Terrace Towers, Level 6, 80 William St, East Sydney |
| Cost: Free |
| Disability access provisions: |
| Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes |
| Does the premises have a hearing induction loop? |
| Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue? No but assistance can be arranged. Please let us know your preferred form of assistance |
| Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes, on Level 6 |
| How many? |
| Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? Yes, inside the building, but you would need to pay a parking fee. There is also parking available on the street |
| If so, how many and how close to the venue? |
| Will there be any sign language interpreters? Can be subsidised if required. |
| Is there any child care or child minding available? Can be subsidised if required. |
| Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
Any other relevant information: Subsidies are available to assist women with the costs of accessing the training and the "Living Libraries" event.
Katie Lee has been a Living Book at previous festivals and is happy to explain more about the activity and share her experiences with you. You can call Katie Lee on 1 800 629 072.
We can only offer the training, and the opportunity to be "Books" to a limited number of women at a time. The International Women's Day "Living Library" event is limited to the first 12 women who register their interest and availability. So make sure you contact me today to register your interest!!!
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| If you are interested in being a "Book", but can't make it on International Women's Day, please e-mail me to register your interest in future "Living Library" events. |
| Contact name: Ena |
| Contact phone number: NSW Network of Women with Disability: 188 629072 |
| E-mail address for more info: IWD.Project@gmail.com |
Region/Place: Sydney City
Name of organisation: NSW Network of Women with Disability
Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Living Library
Date: 8th March, 2008
Time: 3 pm – 4 pm
Venue: Memory Tent @ IWD Festival, Hyde Park North
Cost: Free
Disability access provisions:
Awaiting confirmation of disability access information from the IWD collective
| Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes |
| Does the premises have a hearing induction loop? |
| Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue? |
| Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes |
| How many? There are accessible toilets on the edge of Hyde Park North |
| Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? |
| If so, how many and how close to the venue? |
| Will there be any sign language interpreters? |
| Is there any child care or child minding available? |
| Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
Any other relevant information:
We are awaiting details of disability access provisions, to be provided by the IWD collective. Ti find out about your specific access needs, please e-mail Margaret or Christine on: iwd2008_stalls@yahoo.com.au or Beth on: info@ownnsw.org.au.
A training session will be held for Network members who would like to be "Books" in our "Living Library". There will also be an evaluation session the week after IWD.
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| The training workshop will brief our "Books" on what to expect, how to present your story, and some strategies for deflecting questions that are too personal. Refreshments will be provided at the training session. |
| ? Contact name: Ena |
| Contact phone number: NSW Network of Women with Disability (Katielee): 1 800 629072 |
| E-mail address for more info: IWD.Project@gmail.com
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Port Maquarie
Region/Place: Port Macquaire-Hastings
| Name of organisation: Port Macquarie-Hastings Council |
| Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Women’s story sharing |
| Date: 3rd March, 2008 |
| Time: 11.00am – 3.00pm |
| Venue: Birpai Aboriginal Lands Council, Aston St. Port Macquarie |
| Cost: Free |
Disability access provisions:
| Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes. Must travel over grass to get to Marquees however. |
| Does the premises have a hearing induction loop? No |
| Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue? No |
| Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes |
| How many? |
| Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? No |
| If so, how many and how close to the venue? |
| Will there be any sign language interpreters? No |
| Is there any child care or child minding available? No |
| Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event? Not sure |
| Any other relevant information: It is limited to 60 women (30 Aboriginal and 30 non-Aboriginal) There is free lunch, which will include Vegetarian and gluten-free options; Gumbaynggirr Elders Choir; children’s entertainment and free transport. RSVP by 28th February to Shona Russell on 6581 8055
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| Contact name Maya |
| Contact phone number 6581 8545 |
| E-mail address for more info maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
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Marrickville
Region/Place: Marrickville
| Name of organisation: Marrickville Council |
| Type of IWD event (what the activity is): A breakfast at 7.30am followed by a panel discussion and workshops |
| Date: 7th March, 2008 |
| Time: 7.30am – 12.30pm |
| Venue: Debbie and Abbey Borgia Recreation Centre, 532 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville |
| Cost: Free |
| Disability access provisions: |
| Is the venue is wheelchair accessible?
Stalls and activities will be held in the under cover outside area and also in the hall/basketball court area. The breakfast will be in the cafe area. The building is accessible from the car park and also from the street front where there is a ramp and stairs.
Many stalls and workshops will be on the ground level which is wheelchair accessible. For any activities upstairs, there is a lift. It is not designed for frequent use but gets serviced every few months. |
| Does the premises have a hearing induction loop? No |
| Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue |
| Are there accessible toilets on site? |
| How many? |
| Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? There are 4 accessible parking spots |
| If so, how many and how close to the venue? |
| Will there be any sign language interpreters? |
| Is there any child care or child minding available? Yes but bookings are ESSENTIAL. Must be booked by 29th February on 9335 2143 |
| Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
Transport assistance can be provided but bookings are ESSENTIAL. Must be booked by Friday 29 February on 9335 2143. |
| Some respite services may be arranged: - bookings are ESSENTIAL. Phone: 9716 5187. |
| Any other relevant information: Celebration breakfast featuring Singer/Songwriter Bec Hill, panel discussion with key women from the community. Through the day they’ll also be various creative, environmental & edible plant workshops; massage; tarot reading; relaxation exercises; work opportunities for women workshop and community BBQ at 11.30am |
| Contact name: Admin team |
| Contact phone number: 9335 2143 |
| E-mail address for more info:
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Gosford
Name of organisation: Gosford City Council
? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): March, Entertainment & stalls
? Date: 6th March, 2008
? Time: 10.30am – 1.30pm
? Venue: Kibble Park, starting at Gosford Railway Station, Mann St, Gosford
? Cost: March is free
Disability access provisions:
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop? Yes
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue? Yes
? Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes
? How many? There are toilets at the library and Donnisons on the Park restaurant, both of which are in the park
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? Yes
? If so, how many and how close to the venue? Approx. 4
? Will there be any sign language interpreters? Committee will shortly decide on Auslan
Is there any child care or child minding available? No. The Occasional Care Centre based at Karalta Road Erina may be able to accommodate some children.
? Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event? No
? Any other relevant information: The march will start at Gosford Railway Station, down Mann St into Donnison St and Eliza St, finishing in Kibble Park.
? Contact name: Kareena Johnson
? Contact phone number: 4325 8846
? E-mail address for more info:
kareena.johnston@gosford.nsw.gov.au
WHAT INFO IS MISSING (NOTE FOR ENA): For more information on disability access, contact Ainslie Whitburn (Council’s Disability Officer on 4325 8109 (Wed-Fri), or
ainslie.whitburn@gosford.nsw.gov.au.
Region/Place: Gosford
? Name of organisation: Lifeline
? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Steel Magnolia Award Luncheon, includes meal & wine.
? Date: 7th March, 2008
? Time: 11.30am for midday
? Venue: Iguana Joes – 12 Dane Dr, Gosford
? Cost: $65 per person
Disability access provisions:
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes, a lift and ramp
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop?
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue?
? Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes
? How many?
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits?
? If so, how many and how close to the venue?
? Will there be any sign language interpreters?
? Is there any child care or child minding available?
? Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
? Any other relevant information: Guest speaker Liesl Tesch, Paralympian and John Brogden Patron, Life Line NSW. These awards recognise women who, in overcoming personal adversity and making a positive change in society, inspire others to make a difference in their local community.
? Contact name: Life Line
? Contact phone number: 4324 2753
E-mail address for more info: ceocc@centralcoastnsw.lifeline.org.au
Region/Place: East Gosford
? Name of organisation: Soroptimist International Brisbane Water
? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): International Women’s Day Breakfast
? Date: 8th March, 2008
? Time: 7.45am for 8am
? Venue: Caroline Bay Brasserie, Edogawa Japanese Gardens, 36 Webb St East Gosford
? Cost: $25 for full buffet breakfast
Disability access provisions:
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop?
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue?
? Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes
? How many?
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? Yes
? If so, how many and how close to the venue?
? Will there be any sign language interpreters?
? Is there any child care or child minding available?
? Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
? Any other relevant information: RSVP and payment by 4th March
Guest Speaker Ms Juliana Nkrumah is the Assistant Manager of African Liaison Unit, Centrelink. Juliana has been active in the women’s movement in Australia since 1989, due to her strong passion for women’s human rights issues. Juliana has been involved at the local, regional and international levels, pursuing Australian women’s participation in the Commission on the Status of Women process.
? Contact name: Rhonda or Elinor
? Contact phone number: 4369 1096 or 4324 2423
? E-mail address for more info
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Woy Woy
Region/Place: Woy Woy
? Name of organisation: Multi Arts Confederation
? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Play – “Ophelia thinks Harder”
? Date: Friday, 7th March, 11.30am & 8pm; Saturday, 8th March, 3pm & 8pm; Sunday 9th March, 3pm
? Time: various
? Venue: Brisbane Water Secondary College, Woy Woy Campus, TLS Building, entrance on Greene St
? Cost: Gold coin donation
Disability access provisions:
Requested disability access information has not been provided. Please contact organisers.
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible?
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop?
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue?
? Are there accessible toilets on site?
? How many?
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits?
? If so, how many and how close to the venue?
? Will there be any sign language interpreters?
? Is there any child care or child minding available?
? Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
? Any other relevant information: Hamlet Exposed! Ophelia Liberated! A brilliantly funny and irreverent farce.
? Contact name: Margaret Hardy or Renate Leyer
? Contact phone number: 4369 4534 or 4365 3106
? E-mail address for more info
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Erina
Region/Place: Erina
? Name of organisation: ODAM
? Type of IWD event (what the activity is): Women of the World, “An Indian Experience” – a delightful lunch & presentation
? Date: 4th March, 2008
? Time: 12.30 – 2pm
? Venue: Erina Fair Community Centre – next to library
? Cost: $15 per head
Disability access provisions:
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible? Yes
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop?
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue?
? Are there accessible toilets on site? Yes
? How many?
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits? Yes
? If so, how many and how close to the venue?
? Will there be any sign language interpreters?
? Is there any child care or child minding available?
? Could any other assistance be offered to women with disabilities attending the event?
? Any other relevant information:
? Contact name: Tamara or Chris
? Contact phone number: 4320 3585 or 4336 2421
? E-mail address for more info
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Singleton
? Region/Place: Singleton
? Name of organisation: Singleton Council
? Type of IWD event: Lunch, guided relaxation practice and talks
? Date: 7th March, 2008
? Time: 10am – 2pm
? Venue: Singleton Youth Venue, Cnr Pitt & Bathurst Sts.
? Cost: Free
? Contact name: Gail Easton
? Contact phone number: 6578 7217
Access information:
? Is the venue is wheelchair accessible?
Yes
? Does the premises have a hearing induction loop?
? Are there Braille tiles at (and leading to) the venue?
? Are there accessible toilets on site?
Organisers state: “We have suitable bathroom amenities”
? Are there any designated parking spaces for holders of disability parking permits?
Organisers state: “Parking is available at the rear of the building.”
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