Applications Open for Rural Women’s Network Leadership and Mentoring Program

Applications are now open for Agriculture Victoria’s 2024 Rural Women’s Network Leadership and Mentoring Program. 

The opening of this crucial program marks a significant step in empowering female leaders across the agriculture sector of our state. The initiative will address the underrepresentation of women in agricultural leadership roles by providing adaptive management tools and approaches, mentoring and case studies from industry leaders, subject matter experts, and peer engagement in a supportive environment.

Participants will attend three compulsory, in-person events, comprising two residential sessions, held at:

These immersive sessions will take participants away from their usual surroundings and distractions, allowing them to focus on reflecting, connecting, and gaining practical skills. They’ll also get the opportunity to explore their emotional and physical health and wellbeing, and investigate boundary setting and self-advocacy as integral parts of the program. 

A final workshop day and an in-person graduation ceremony will be held in Melbourne CBD in early March 2025.

As women living in regional and rural areas can encounter financial barriers which prevent participation in such leadership programs, Agriculture Victoria will cover all study and accommodation costs for successful participants to undertake the program, as well as provide financial support for childcare and travel to those who require it. 

Applications close at 11:59pm on 2 September 2024. All women across agriculture and the supply chain are encouraged to apply. 

For further information and to apply, please visit www.vic.gov.au/ruralwomen.