Women’s courses and programs
Federation supports women in education through an annual Women’s Conference, the Anna Stewart Program and courses for women members.
Women in education: programs and courses at a glance
| Program or course | Length | Who it is for | More information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Conference | Annual event | Financial women members elected as delegates by their Association | Information and application form |
| Anna Stewart Program | Two-week program | Financial women members who nominate | Apply for the Anna Stewart Program |
| Association Women’s Contacts course | Three days | Association Women’s Contacts | Course details |
| Women in Leadership course | Three days | Women in Federation positions in their workplace or Association, including state Councillors | Course details |
| Foundations for Women’s Contacts | Two days | Women elected as school-based Women’s Contacts; women members of the workplace committee if space is available | Course details |
Women’s Conference
All financial women members are eligible to attend the annual event, which features speakers, panels and workshops.
Places are strictly limited and members must be elected as delegates to Women’s Conference by their Association.
Anna Stewart Program
The Anna Stewart Program is aimed at developing the skills, knowledge and confidence of women members and empowering them to be actively involved members in their workplace, local association or state level.
Participants are given the opportunity to:
- Work with Federation Officers
- Attend state Council and associated meetings
Observe behind-the-scenes processes and practices in Federation’s operations and dealings with the Department of Education and TAFE NSW
Two-week program
Successful applicants participate in the pre- and post-state Council activities at Federation’s head office. Participants will also be invited to accompany Officers to meetings and campaign events during this period.
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Members Only
All financial women members of Federation are eligible to nominate.
Courses for women members
Association Women’s Contacts course
Assists Women’s Contacts to develop their role and work with their Association to increase the engagement and participation of women in Federation activities.
Women in Leadership course
For women in Federation positions in their workplace or Association, including state Councillors, who seek to further develop their leadership skills.
Foundations for Women’s Contacts courses
Addresses the fundamental knowledge and skills for women teachers elected by their colleagues to the honorary positions of school-based Women’s Contact. Women members of the school’s workplace committee are also eligible if space is available. Women’s Contacts are eligible to apply for this course OR the general Foundations for Workplace Representatives course.
Leave to attend courses
Special leave and casual release are available to allow participation in most courses. Information about locations and dates of current courses is available from Trade Union Training.
Frequently asked questions
All financial women members are eligible to attend the annual event. Places are strictly limited and members must be elected as delegates by their Association.
A program that develops the skills, knowledge and confidence of women members and empowers them to be actively involved in their workplace, local association or at state level.
All financial women members of Federation are eligible to nominate.
The three-day Association Women’s Contacts course, held annually, and the two-day Foundations for Women’s Contacts course for school-based Women’s Contacts.
Yes. The three-day Women in Leadership course is for women in Federation positions in their workplace or Association, including state Councillors.
Special leave and casual release are available to allow participation in most courses. Locations and dates are available from Trade Union Training.