International Women's Day Small Grants Program

Overview

The Tasmanian Government is committed to advancing gender equality and celebrating the invaluable contributions of Tasmanian women.

The International Women’s Day Small Grants Program is a key action of the Equal means Equal: Tasmanian Women’s Strategy 2022 – 2027 (Equal Means Equal Strategy).

The Equal Means Equal strategy’s vision is: 'for a Tasmania where women and girls have access to equal choice, opportunity and resources to participate in our economic, social, political and community life.  Where gender equality is embedded in our cultur, attitudes and practices, recognising the diversity of Tasmanian women and girls.'

The Strategy’s goals of cultural change, empowerment, and visibility are advanced through actions that improve outcomes in the areas of:

• Economic Security
• Leadership & Participation
• Safety
• Health & Wellbeing.

The funding will contribute to local projects which:

• Celebrate women and their achievements
• Support participation by women and girls who face barriers to engagement, connection or access.

Applicants are encouraged to consider how their event aligns with the Tasmania Government’s commitments under the National Agreement on Closing the Gap. This included making sure the event was culturally respectful to or captures data on the experiences of Aboriginal women.

Funding Available

The total funding pool is up to $40,000.

Eligible applicant can apply for grants of up to $3,000 (GST exclusive) for each application.

Applications will be assessed competitively; eligibility does not guarantee funding.

All funding is subject to terms and conditions, which will be outlined in the Grant Agreement with successful applicants.

Eligibility

Eligible organisations must be either:

• A local government authority (council); or
• An incorporated not-for-profit organisation;
• Parents and Friends associations; or
• A not-for-profit company registered under company law.

Unincorporated community organisations or groups could be considered for funding if they are auspiced by an organisation who meets the above eligibility criteria.

Other eligibility criteria applies, please read the Program Guideline for more information.

Organisations that are a current grant recipient from the Department of Premier and Cabinet, or previously with Department of Communities Tasmania (Communities Tasmania) and whose reporting and acquittal obligations have not been met, will not receive funding until those obligations have been resolved.

Events Accessibility

The Department of Premier and Cabinet strongly encouraged organisations to ensure International Women’s Day events and activities are welcoming and accessible to people with disability. The most effective way of ensuring access for everyone is to think about access at the earliest planning stages of an event. The Tasmanian Government Accessible Events Guidelines and Checklists are available at www.dpac.tas.gov.au.