a Message from our President - Bev Hinz
2021 heralds 30 years of operation of Graduate Women Sunshine Coast. Even though our name has changed over that time, the reasons for our establishment remain basically the same – to support the education of women and girls, and to provide friendship to a group of like-minded women.
The planning for our 30th birthday celebration has started. The date will be Sunday 8th August. More on this in future emails and newsletters, including requesting volunteers to assist with planning.
One of the outcomes of our 2020 AGM was to look at how we can continue to raise funds for our Bursary program. One of the agreed ideas was to seek voluntary pledging. And I emphasise the word ‘voluntary’.
After much thought and discussion at Executive Committee meetings, it was decided to delay the introduction until membership renewal time in July. At this time, members will be invited to contribute, according to their means and interest, either through direct donation (as exists now), or by pledging an amount – monthly, bi-monthly, etc or annually. One member has already done an annual pledge to support one of our projects.
A small group is being formed to look at providing additional information before the June 30 renewal time. Further details will be advised. Please consider helping us to continue to provide bursaries to struggling female students.
Welcome
... to the Sunshine Coast branch of Graduate Women Qld. We are a network of women graduates, living on the Sunshine Coast, which primarily meets for friendship, mutual support and intellectual stimulation. Members come from diverse cultural, social and professional backgrounds in Australia and overseas. Close ties have been established with the University of the Sunshine Coast.
Are you a woman who:
- • Wants to make contact with women of similar interests?
- • Enjoys functions with a purpose and with stimulating guest speakers?
- • Finds raising funds to support the education of women students a worthwhile activity?
- • Takes pleasure in reading and discussing a wide range of literature and topics?
EDUCATION
Providing financial assistance (through Bursaries) for women to undertake further education is a priority, particularly at the University of the Sunshine Coast
HUMANITARIAN
In keeping with the focus of both our global and national bodies, GWQSC has embraced several humanitarian projects, including support for the education of young refugee women.
EVENTS
Bi-monthly breakfast meetings with guest speakers, monthly informal morning teas, book groups and other special interest and social functions provide the opportunity for members to develop new friendships.
Wishing to become a member?