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Welcome to the latest edition of news. Days for Girls.
Days for Girls began in Australia in 2012 after Gloria Buttsworth had a visit from her friend, who runs a children’s home in northern Uganda. The two got talking about the girls in the home and particularly their hygiene needs. Most of the girls could not afford sanitary products, resulting in many of the girls missing school repeatedly, with many eventually dropping out. The question occurred to Gloria: ‘‘What can I do?’’ The answer appeared in the form of the Days for Girls International (DfGI) Menstrual Health Programs. Gloria contacted Celeste Mergens, the founder of DfGI and the rest is history. Since beginning in 2012 with 4 teams, Australia now has a network of volunteers who sew and distribute from every State and Territory Australia-wide. Whole towns can be inspired to participate in DfGS. EOY reflection DfGS 2024 by Faye Helou Director Looking back at the past 12 months with DfGS makes me very proud for many reasons. Days for Girls is becoming recognised within the local community as a leading force for women, both locally and overseas, as the Kits we provide empowers girls, enabling them to continue their education and move forward to a better life. Both of our volunteer groups are growing, and with that our productivity is increasing, ensuring that we reach many more girls than previously, changing lives as we go. The partnership established with Good 360, where our kits are placed with Australian girls that need them, enables us to actively participate in reducing period poverty in Australia, something we can all be very proud of, in these difficult economic times. Thank you to each and every one of our selfless volunteers for making DfGS not only impactful, but a fun group to belong to. MLC School Program We are excited to continue our partnership with MLC School as part of their School Service Program with a number of activities schedule during the year including a monthly Craft Club which will be held during the school girls lunch period and a big service day at the school. Meriden School Program This is our third year partnering with Meriden School as part of their Year 9 pastoral program and conducting a number of Service Days where we will welcome 20 girls at a time at our Strathfield location for kit preparation activities and packing. In previous years the activities have gone well, the girls have felt empowered knowing that they were contributing to making a significant impact in another girl’s life. University of NSW Volunteers United (UNSW - VU) Program We are thrilled to also announce a new partnership with the University of NSW to provide a workshop for kit preparation activities and packing at our Strathfield location for 20 volunteers in support of their Good Deeds Day. We are very fortunate to have both Barbara and Donna on our Leadership Team as these Service Days require significant planning in preparation for these activities and to our generous volunteers for their time to help supervise and assist with the program. We cannot stress enough how these programs cannot go ahead without your support. More details to come. Noosa Sewing Bee Cathie’s Satellite Group in Noosa have settled into a nice routine. Between 4 and 6 volunteers meet once a month and spend 3 hours together sewing and take additional work home. They are ramping up their kit production and have themselves a target of 100 kits for this financial year. To help with this we have ordered a set of regular templates (shield, liner, pocket, stitching line) and 500 DfG labels for drawstring bags. It’s wonderful to have their support from the Sunshine Coast, thank you! Faye Helou Director. Our "local Members support BPWS" Karen Pensabene Strathfield Council, Jason Yat-sen Li State MP, John Fake Burwood Bouncil and Sally Sitou Federal MP NEWS The Women's Empowerment Principles are a set of Principles for business offering guidance on how to empower women in the workplace, marketplace and community. National milestone as abortion officially decriminalised in every state and territory in Australia** Madesin News: see what BPWStrathfield is up to- https://indd.adobe.com/view/6051ee53-6fcc-4cfc-a178-a1d1369e2684 ** FROM OUR PRESIDENT SWETA GUPTA. " Never stop dreaming, never stop believing...." https://www.facebook.com/sweta.gupta.16906715/posts/pfbid02ZrU3wqPYj32ty6tjJmT18vUzBNskbFW4jjuWZcyrcEbpkFVf9iExfAXSeT76LosEl ** 15 Gender Issues We Must Address: According to The Gender Snapshot 2022 report, it will take around 300 years to reach gender equality. ** NSW Women's Strategy 2023-26 That women and girls in NSW: live and work in a safe and fair society where they are treated with respect and dignity, have suitable access to services, resources, opportunities and protections that enable them to thrive. BPW International (International Federation of Business and Professional Women) is an influential international network of business and professional women from more than 100 countries in 5 continents with Consultative Status at ECOSOC/United Nations. Founded in 1930, BPW International develops the professional, leadership and business potential of women on all levels through mentoring, networking, skill building and economic empowerment programs and projects around the world. ** NEWS: Free Service: Ask Izzy. If you need some help, the Ask Izzy website can connect you with nearby support services across Australia. You can search for over 430,000 services close to you, including financial assistance, meals, mental health counselling, shelter, family violence support, and much more. https://askizzy.org.au IWD _ Human Rights The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is generally agreed to be the foundation of international human rights law. Adopted in 1948, the UDHR has inspired a rich body of legally binding international human rights treaties. It continues to be an inspiration to us all whether in addressing injustices, in times of conflicts, in societies suffering repression, and in our efforts towards achieving universal enjoyment of human rights.
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| 2025 HIGHLIGHTSPresident Sweta Gupta - Attended; spoke and enhancer her learning. CWS69. United Nations New York. MARCH International Womens Day BPWStrathfield We acknowledge and honour all the women past -present-future who worked tirelessly through the decades to advocate for a secure life for all women and girls. “Accelerate Action,” Youth Human Rights speaker: Kanda Quinlan Days For Girls speaker: Stephanie Ius Induction BPWS Member Margaret Mathews Tuesday 4th February. Congrats! International Night 5th FebruaryWe were moved by the Roq's life of sacrifice and strength, fighting for her child to have the same opportunities that all Australians are privileged with and take for granted. ![]() 2024 HIGHLIGHTSCELEBRATING CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 5th 2024 ![]() We honoured our male support team. Who have supported us all in throughout our BPWStrathfield journey over the many years. DECEMBER **It's in the bag ** Collected over 40 Bags! Food Pantry Hip, Hip, Horray! We delivered a huge pile of bags for the Food Pantry @ St Paul's. Rosemary King was delighted and Father James had the "biggest" smile ever. These generous gifts will provide much needed food for the families in our local area. Businesses provided us with bags, all we had to do was have the community to fill them with food. Thank You Fitbodz Gym and patrons, to BPWS members and friends and Burwood community for donations. Joy to you all. Father James, Janette Weeding, Mary Demarco & Rosemary King. #bpws #bpwstrathfield #bpwinternational #bpw #weps #womenmeanbusiness #itsinthebag2025 BPWS & Fitbodz greatly value the insights and support provided by our local community - “the hidden poverty “ that so many are silently suffering is growing. Ms. Rosemary King a 2024 Burwood "Local Hero" heads the Outreach Program through St Paul's Church Burwood. For further details contact Janette - 0411135295 or just drop off a bag of items at @ Fitbodz Gym - Burwood Plaza - Railway Parade Burwood. NOVEMBER @ National Council of Women Adelaide. 23/24 November.
November 13th. **Empowering Women’s Health and Well-being, Inside and Out** ✨ **Sanctuary by Thrive: A Skin Clinic for Women, Led by Women** ✨
Had the pleasure to meet an extraordinary female doctor concerned with helping the "whole woman". Sanctuary by Thrive is more than just a clinic; it's a space where women's health is truly understood. Led by award-winning GP & Aesthetic Physician Dr. Janina Grant, alongside highly qualified Registered Nurses and Dermal Clinicians, Sanctuary by Thrive offers advanced cosmetic medicine, laser, and skin treatments with an integrated focus on hormonal and metabolic health. Diet, vaginal, gut health and exercise. Janette Weeding BPWS Communications & Engagement.
Today, on Remembrance Day, Defence joins all Australians to observe one-minute silence to acknowledge, honour and remember those who have served our country in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. Many women have and do serve. We acknowledge them. Janette Weeding with Mayor John Faker (Burwood) and Keith Weeding (Rotary Burwood) ![]() Coffee and chat. President Sweta and Margaret Matthew.
It was an honour to celebrate women at NSW Parliament. We were incredibly fortunate to even have 4 generations come together! Jean Arnot’s legacy for the past 30 years in recognising inspiring women in their 90’s for their extraordinary service to their communities has become a tradition where NCW NSW and BPW collaborate to organise this yearly event. It was delightful ti re-engage with the Honourable Jodie Harrison MP Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault who presented this year’s 23 awardees with their recognition and whose presence added great significance to our celebration. What an honour at 90+ AUGUST Equal payday 2024 Theme: it doesn’t add up. Lead Speaker Patricia Abraham CEO Eurella https://indd.adobe.com/view/6051ee53-6fcc-4cfc-a178-a1d1369e2684 Panel: President Sweta Gupta BPWS President & Faye Helou Days for Girls Director. Having three of us provide different perspectives from different experiences personalised the topic to resonate more amongst various audience members! What an amazing event and what an amazing speaker(Patricia). The session was so engaging and informative. We all enjoyed the whole conversation and talk. Sweta Gupta BPWS President. PRIDE OF WORKMANSHIP AWARDEES _ Burwood Rotary CONGRATULAIONS. Patricia, Sweta Janette and Mary @ Burwood Rotary Pride of Workmanship Awards in recognition of Vocational Excellence, Personal Dedication and Effort. JUNE JUNE: Here and Now. Brunch with Shirley Randel, BPWS Immediate Past President Janette Weeding and BPWStrathfield President SWETA GUPTA 8th May MAY 20: Pride of Workmanship Award Citations Burwood Rotary 2024 Congratulations to all. Awards are in recognition of Vocational Excellence, Personal Dedication and Effort Sweta Gupta - Business & Professional Women Strathfield (BPWS) President Sweta Gupta, President of BPWS, was honoured for her exceptional leadership at the New York Conference in March 2024. Representing BPWS and BPW Australia, she advocated for women’s empowerment and gender equality, amplifying the voices of women in Sudan at the UN 68th session on the Status of Women. Sponsored by J & K Weeding Burwood Rotary Sweta proudly holding her citation: Vocational Excellence, Personal Dedication and Effort. Patricia Johnson - Australian Turf Club Patricia Johnson was recognised for her 19 years of dedicated service to the Australian Turf Club. Her commitment to excellence; attention to detail; professionalism and tireless work ethic inspire her colleagues at theNaplan Centre. Sponsored by J & K Weeding Burwood Rotary ![]() Janette Sweta and Patricia proudly holding our BPW Scarf.
Patricia, Sweta Janette and Mary @ Burwood Rotary Pride of Workmanship Awards in recognition of Vocational Excellence, Personal Dedication and Effort. MAY Check out our face book page for updates. NEW YORK CONFERENCE 10 - 22March 2024 United Nations 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) BPWS President Sweta Honoured to light the candle for Australia Candle light ceremony BPW International New York Conference.
*** St Pauls *** Reaching out to help those in need with Rosemary King 8th November.
2022 Respect & Empowerment.1 "Days For Girls Australia"https://www.daysforgirls.org/australia 2 Women Empowerment Principals (WEPs United Nations) 3 Communication | Strathfield's diverse community Meet or Board Janette Weeding P, Sweta Gupta VP, Faye Helou Secretary, Mary Demarco treasurer, Karen Pensabene Members and Harmony Moxham (Young BPWStrathfield and Young BPWAustralia Advisory Board Member) Patricia Abraham Member. Members OnlyThis section can only be accessed by club members. Read more... Our Club SponsorsSponsor logo |
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