Victorian Women in ICT Network

The Victorian Women in ICT Network was launched by the Minister for ICT, Marsha Thomson, on 12 July 2005.

The Network will help to boost a shortage of women in the ICT industry through the development of practical programs designed to attract and retain women in the field.

Supported with Government funding, the Victorian Women in ICT Network is spear-headed by a high-powered group of representatives from the government, corporate and education sector.

The Network will be a critical link between government, business, the education sector and other industry associations to collaborate on, and influence the direction of ICT in Victoria.

The Victorian Women in ICT Network has three objectives:

to encourage women to enter the ICT industry

to retain women in the ICT industry

to enable women to achieve their full potential within their career.

A range of tangible initiatives will be implemented, including:

mentoring programs

scholarships

education forums

professional development workshops

business network directory

awards program

networking events

marketing programs and promotion of career opportunities.

The Network Board comprises leading women from a range of sectors and professions including:

Michelle Beveridge, Chairman

Mary Hawkins, Deputy Chair

Diana Brown, Secretary

Jenny Ross, Treasurer

Julie Bale, Regional Representative

Irene Evgeniadis, Member Representative

Greg Humphries, Board Member

Diane Holmberg, Board Member

Megan Weir, Board Member

Janet Stubbs, Board Member

Kaylene O'Brien, Board Member

Patti Pierce, Board Member

Di Indrans, Manager, Associate Board Member

Chris Gillies, Patron, Associate Board Member

Membership and event information

For information on how to join the Network and details of upcoming events, visit the Women in ICT website at:

http://www.vicictforwomen.com.au

How can we help?

Vic ICT for Women website

Vic IT for Women has an events calendar available on their website and includes networking events, workshops, presentations and more.