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Speed Networking Event Success!
The recent speed networking event at Maritime NZ was a huge hit! Maritime NZ holds a pivotal role in New Zealand's maritime sector, overseeing the development and enforcement of national safety regulations, licensing seafarers, and
AWE Excellence Awards 2023
The Australasian Women in Emergencies Network (AWE) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the inaugural AWE Excellence Awards 2023. The AWE Excellence Awards recognise and honour the contributions of women to emergency management and
Volunteering Opportunities
Blog: By Akira Kelly, AWE VIC Chapter Lead The Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council has reported an increased risk of bushfire across most of Australia over the 2023/24 fire season, with reports it
AFAC23 Recap
This year's AFAC23, ADRC 2023 and WAFA 2023 conferences were a great opportunity to hear from a vast range of people and organisation about research, practice and emerging trends, with topics ranging from disaster communications,
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Promoting and supporting the contributions of women in emergencies and disasters, building stronger and more resilient individuals, organisations and communities.
Our Members Say…
“There is little to nothing tangible that allows the formation of local state-based networks and partnerships between agencies, which I think is my angle. This idea comes from me being like ‘I want to join a network of women who work in EM’ … crickets… oh wait, there wasn’t one.”
“I joined AWE as I recognise the power of networking, particularly in the emergency management field. Those working or volunteering in the EM share a common passion to minimize the impact of disasters / emergencies.”
“I believe that women are an important asset to EM, and that it is important that we support each other in what can be a male dominated industry.”
“I have worked in the emergency management sector for 12 years and it has always been a male dominated sector. It is great to see a network established for like-minded women.”