International Women’s Day Lunch 2024
Join us in celebrating International Women's Day at a special lunch where we honour women’s achievements, spotlight their visibility and advocate for an inclusive world.
Embracing the 2024 global theme: Accelerating gender equality through economic empowerment, esteemed female leaders will engage in a panel discussion, sharing compelling personal stories of challenging stereotypes, reshaping norms and championing inclusion.
At our IWD Lunch, our conversation will also delve into leveraging economic empowerment to accelerate gender equality, and the crucial role business leaders play in supporting the broader community.
The lack of access to native foods and how this contributes to obesity and other health issues, will be among topics discussed.
As part of our commitment to Share the Dignity, we'll collect toiletries and new or pre-loved handbags for donation to women in need. You’ll enjoy a delicious two course lunch and beverages, together we’ll drive momentum towards a more equitable future.
Single ticket - $60
Table of 8 - $420
Keynote speakers
Rochelle Courtenay, Founder and Managing Director, Share the Dignity 
Rochelle Courtenay's Share the Dignity, established in 2015, stands in solidarity with women who menstruate and also face challenges like homelessness, domestic violence, or poverty.
Share the Dignity offers support through the distribution of period products and essential item-filled bags.
The charity is powered by volunteers, and through Ms Courtenay’s contagious spirit, more than 6,000 volunteers have jumped on board to make a difference.
Share the Dignity has collected and distributed over four million period products through multiple initiatives across Australia. As well as holding national collections, Ms Courtenay is passionate about advocating for change and creating long-term solutions.
Mindy Woods, Owner and Operator, Karkalla Byron Bay 
Mindy Woods is a proud Bundjalung Widjabul Wia-bul woman who transitioned from physiotherapy to become CEO of Sydney's Lotus Dining Group, before opening her native-inspired restaurant, Karkalla.
Ms Woods passionately advocates for Indigenous food access and its health benefits, addressing the lack of access to native foods and its contribution to health issues.
Her bravery, resilience and commitment to her greater goal has seen a visit to Karkalla named among the top five Indigenous experiences in Byron Bay, as mentioned in Delicious magazine, the Sydney Morning Herald and The Daily Telegraph.
Event Details
- Date:
- 8 March 2024 at 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Venue:
- Hotel Chadstone, 1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone, Melbourne, Victoria
- Categories:
- Alumni; General
Description
Join us in celebrating International Women's Day at a special lunch where we honour women’s achievements, spotlight their visibility and advocate for an inclusive world.
Embracing the 2024 global theme: Accelerating gender equality through economic empowerment, esteemed female leaders will engage in a panel discussion, sharing compelling personal stories of challenging stereotypes, reshaping norms and championing inclusion.
At our IWD Lunch, our conversation will also delve into leveraging economic empowerment to accelerate gender equality, and the crucial role business leaders play in supporting the broader community.
The lack of access to native foods and how this contributes to obesity and other health issues, will be among topics discussed.
As part of our commitment to Share the Dignity, we'll collect toiletries and new or pre-loved handbags for donation to women in need. You’ll enjoy a delicious two course lunch and beverages, together we’ll drive momentum towards a more equitable future.
Single ticket - $60
Table of 8 - $420
Keynote speakers
Rochelle Courtenay, Founder and Managing Director, Share the Dignity
Rochelle Courtenay's Share the Dignity, established in 2015, stands in solidarity with women who menstruate and also face challenges like homelessness, domestic violence, or poverty.
Share the Dignity offers support through the distribution of period products and essential item-filled bags.
The charity is powered by volunteers, and through Ms Courtenay’s contagious spirit, more than 6,000 volunteers have jumped on board to make a difference.
Share the Dignity has collected and distributed over four million period products through multiple initiatives across Australia. As well as holding national collections, Ms Courtenay is passionate about advocating for change and creating long-term solutions.
Mindy Woods, Owner and Operator, Karkalla Byron Bay
Mindy Woods is a proud Bundjalung Widjabul Wia-bul woman who transitioned from physiotherapy to become CEO of Sydney's Lotus Dining Group, before opening her native-inspired restaurant, Karkalla.
Ms Woods passionately advocates for Indigenous food access and its health benefits, addressing the lack of access to native foods and its contribution to health issues.
Her bravery, resilience and commitment to her greater goal has seen a visit to Karkalla named among the top five Indigenous experiences in Byron Bay, as mentioned in Delicious magazine, the Sydney Morning Herald and The Daily Telegraph.