Women's Safety Charter

Safer places for women, girls and everyone

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International Women’s Day 2022

In celebration of International Women’s Day and the Charter’s second anniversary, we asked participants to share some of the great initiatives they have developed to make our cities safer.

We also invited participants to share their goals and plans towards enhancing women’s safety in our cities. Explore the videos:

Charter participant initiatives - part 1

With AECOM, Cultural Diversity Network Inc., UTS, Transport for NSW.

Charter participants initiatives - part 2

With Western Sydney Women, Astrolabe Group, Cred Consulting, Mott MacDonald, Georges River Council.

2022 Charter Goals

With AECOM, Cultural Diversity Network Inc., Little B.I.G. Foundation, Lendlease, Crossley Transport Planning, GovPartners, Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce, Western Sydney Women, Astrolabe Group, Cred Consulting, Mott MacDonald, Transport for NSW.

In Conversation: building a more inclusive future

The Charter champions initiatives that are helping to create cities and places that embed equity, equality, belonging and respect for all people, regardless of gender.

Public places play a significant role in community life. When women and girls don’t feel free to meaningfully access and participate in our public places, our cities become less vibrant. Creating more welcoming and inclusive public places for women, girls and gender diverse people can improve community wellbeing and mental health, remove barriers to participation in employment and education opportunities, and strengthen social connections.

Hear from Commission representatives, who explore and discuss ideas on gender equity, inclusion, women in leadership and how our Women’s Safety Charter is striving to create a multi-city region that is safer for everyone.

Allyship, diversity, belonging and privilege

With:

  • Annie Parker, Former Executive Director Tech Central
  • Liz Dibbs, Former Western City District Commissioner
  • Liza Noonan, Executive Director Westmead and Macquarie Park, A/Executive Director Tech Central & Illawarra-Shoalhaven
  • Natalie Walker, Social Commissioner
  • Wendy Were, Former Executive Director Thought Leadership and Engagement

Breaking the Bias, safety culture and a city for everyone

With:

  • Deborah Prospero, Former Youth Panel Member Eastern City District
  • Elizabeth Mildwater, Former Greater Cities Commission Chief Executive Officer
  • Jenny Rudolph, Former Executive Director Region Plan
  • Meg McDonald, Environment Commissioner
  • Wendy Were, Former Executive Director Thought Leadership and Engagement