THE SECRETS WOMEN HOLD
The Secrets Women Hold is a tribute to the women in the artists life, especially a grandmother, who carried unspoken stories with both shame and strength.
ON WHOSE SHOULDERS I STAND, WORKS BY SUSIE RAz
On Whose Shoulders I Stand is a heartfelt homage to the overlooked women of Australian modernism, brought to life through Susie Raz’s vivid, large scale self-portraits.
Empowering Women: A Summit for Growth, Power, and Purpose
Melbourne Centre for Women's Mental Health is hosting its inaugural Empowering Women Summit, celebrating 7 years of advancing women’s mental health and professional success.
Exploring family photos and hidden stories through mixed media
Held alongside the exhibition The Secrets Women Hold, this 2-hour session invites participants of all ages—families, children (accompanied by an adult), and individuals—to pause, reflect, and reconnect with their personal stories through intuitive artmaking. Materials are provided.
STELLA DAY OUT
Stella is partnering with QVWC to bring another Stella Day Out to Melbourne. The day will be jam packed with brilliant sessions, featuring Emily Maguire, Clare G. Coleman, Louisa Lim & Maxine Beneba Clarke. Reserve your spot to not miss out!
Weaving Workshop, led by First Nations artist Trina Dalton-Oogjes
Learn about the timeless craft of fibre weaving from a weaving expert in a relaxing and welcoming space, perfect for yarning, storytelling, and cultural exploration.
CEO Guided Tours
*Tours Sold Out - Join the waitlist!* Discover the hidden stories and rich history of the Queen Victoria Women’s Centre with CEO Keryn Negri as your personal guide.
Home.Women.Housing by Therese Eberl with comic artist Veronika Muchitsch and artist talk
Explore themes of women, public housing, and the future of housing design in this thought-provoking installation.
Hidden Stories Exhibition
Step into the rich tapestry of feminist history at the Queen Victoria Women's Centre. The Hidden Stories Exhibition unveils lesser-known narratives from QVWC’s past through photographs, video, and archival material.
Hidden Stories of the Women's Housing Crisis - A Discussion Panel, hosted by Gender Equity Victoria
Hidden Stories of the Women's Housing Crisis - A Discussion Panel, hosted by Micaela Drieberg, CEO Gender Equity Victoria, what is the impact of the current housing crisis on women?
GIRL MASTERS: Badham/McCartney in Conversation at the QVWC
Girl Masters: Badham/McCartney in conversation with Lauren Matthews.
“A FEMINIST CONVERSATION ASKING WHY MAYBE THERE ARE STILL NO GREAT WOMEN ARTISTS EVEN AFTER ALL THIS TIME”
GIRL MASTERS: Badham/McCartney
Girl Masters: Badham/McCartney explores how “mastery” is a gendered concept. While Lauren McCartnery takes on the masculine assumptions of grids in slyly-considered watercolours, Van Badham goes to town with theatrical, digital flourish about how men behave on the internet. Expect gingham, Dutch masters, and the sum of all trolls.
PROTESTING THE PERSONAL: WORKSHOP
Pussy Willow Power Collective and Troppo Print Studio host a joint protest poster-making workshop in the tradition of art collectives and generations of feminists before us.
Feminist History Walking Tour as part of the Australian Heritage Festival
*Event has reached capacity - join the waitlist to be notified if tickets become available*
The QVWC Feminist Historian in Residence will lead a 2.5-hour walking tour covering three CBD sites in Melbourne as part of the Australian Heritage Festival.
Protesting the personal: Kat Rae, DreY Willows and Chiara Zeta
Pussy Willow Power Collective’s exhibition riffs off the feminist catchphrase, ‘Protesting the Personal’ to present a range of responses which sensitively protest the stubborn problem of patriarchal violence.
Yirramboi Festival presents Holding Space
Presented in partnership with Yirramboi Festival HOLDING S P A C E is a film, photography, and visual art exhibition and installation exploring connections to place and the emotions Country evokes.
Anna Dooley - ENDHOE
Tue 15 Apr - Sat 19 Apr: 8-9PM
Tue 8 Apr - Sat 12 Apr: 9.45-10.45PM
Bridget Hassed - Live Stand-Up Comedy Show Female Comedian Local Comedy Festival Event
1 - 12 April
8.15PM-9.05PM
ACYA Women's Network International Women's Day Luncheon
4 hour event featuring a panel, luncheon, fireside, keynote speech and networking session with inspiring female leaders in the Australia-China space!
International Women's Day 2025 - Emily’s List FEMINIST TRIVIA PARTY
A Feminist Trivia afternoon with Emily’s List to celebrate fabulous women.
IWD and Women’s History Month @ QVWC
Join us and stand in solidarity during the month of March and celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month @ QVWC.
South Asian Creatives and Founders Social
Join the South Asian founders and creatives come to connect, share & learn. Whether you’re building the next big thing or bringing your creative vision to life, this night is for you.
Girlhood Collage Workshop
Join artist Taya Van Beuge for a collage workshop as part of the Girlhood exhibition.
OvArian cancer awareness month
Support our Resi Org Ovarian Cancer Australia and help raise Ovarian Cancer awareness this February.
Girlhood, WORKS BY Taya Van Beuge
This exhibition showcases a series of collage artworks is designed to celebrate girlish femininity.
Duck Duck Christmas Art Market
Capture some fun memories with your friends and family at a cute, silly art market filled with amazing local artists! There will be a free scavenger hunt where you can try and solve the mystery of the missing presents and find the culprit! You may know who he is, but can you find out where he is?
Local artists will be showcasing their whimsical and silly art: from cute banana duck crochet to hilarious meme stickers. A wide range that will be sure to make you and your friends laugh and have an amazing time. Get your tickets now before they sell out! Will you come help save Christmas?