International Women’s Day
Melton City Council is proud to be supporting International Women’s Day in March each year. International Women’s Day is a global campaign that aims to celebrate and recognise women’s achievements, as well as to act as a central point for action to build support for women’s rights and their full participation in the economy, politics, community and in everyday life.
Visit the UNWomen website for information on the historical developments of the campaign as well as information on themes and activities held in previous years.
For more information, contact our Community Health Promotion team via email: socialplanningprojects@melton.vic.gov.au or call 9747 7200.
For information about library programs, contact our Libraries team via email: libraries@melton.vic.gov.au or call 9747 5300.
- If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000.
- If you or someone you know is experiencing or is at risk of experiencing family violence, please call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit the 1800RESPECT website.
- For a list of local support services, please head to our Family Violence Support webpage.
2025 events
Read on to find about our special International Women’s Day, or check out some of our suggested resources to learn more about gender equality at the library and discover simple things you can do to support and celebrate the women in your life. All genders welcome.
History through film, special edition (ages 18+)
In celebration of International Women's Day, this month's featured ‘History Through Film’ documentary is 'Abortion, Corruption and Cops: The Bertram Wainer Story'. Catch a free screening at the library! Bookings are required.
In 1967, a young woman came to Dr Wainer's Melbourne surgery seeking emergency medical attention for a backyard procedure gone wrong. For Dr Wainer, this was the start of a long campaign to overturn laws that made terminations a criminal offence. In the process, he uncovered a tangled web of corruption, crooked deals and secret affairs.
Please note, this documentary covers themes that may upset some viewers. Please read the event description to decide if this program is right for you.
Monday 3 March, 2pm to 3.30pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Pendant-making workshop (ages 18+)
Make your own personal pendant with guidance from local indigenous artist, Mandi Barton. Mandi is a Yorta Yorta Woman and Creative Designer who combines her artistic experience and wellbeing knowledge to create culturally safe spaces for the community.
In this hands-on, mindful workshop, Mandi will show you how to use traditional materials and techniques to create a pendant that is unique to you and your personal story. Bookings are required.
Wednesday 5 March, 1pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Storytelling in art workshop (ages 18+)
Make your own unique artwork with guidance from local indigenous artist, Mandi Barton. Mandi is a Yorta Yorta Woman and Creative Designer who combines her artistic experience and wellbeing knowledge to create culturally safe spaces for the community.
In this hands-on, mindful workshop, you will make a unique piece of artwork using symbols, icons and words that reflect a personal story or memory. Bookings are reuquired.
Thursday 6 March, 10am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Free film: Moana (all ages)
As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, Melton City Libraries will be showcasing films and resources that highlight women and girls, and the important role that they play in our history and society.
Bring the whole family to enjoy 'Moana', an animated musical adventure set in ancient Polynesia. Moana, the strong-willed daughter of a chief of a coastal village, is chosen by the ocean itself to reunite a mystical relic with the goddess Te Fiti. (PG, 113 mins). Bookings are required.
Saturday 8 March, 1pm to 3pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Free film: Hidden figures (ages 12+)
As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, Melton City Libraries will be showcasing films and resources that highlight women and girls, and the important role that they play in our history and society.
'Hidden Figures' is a biographical drama about three African-American mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space Race, facing both racism and sexism with grace and determination. (PG, 127 mins). Bookings are required.
Thursday 13 March, 5.45pm to 8pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Breaking Barriers: Intergenerational Dialogues on Mental Health
Join Jieng Round Table for a special free event in honour of International Women’s Day to:
- create a platform for people from different generations (youth, adults, seniors) to share experiences, challenges, and coping strategies related to mental health
- reduce stigma by showing that mental health is relevant to everyone, regardless of age and gender
- foster empathy and understanding between generations, recognising how mental health experiences evolve over time.
This event is open to ALL audiences aged 16+ who are interested in intergenerational conversations about mental health through African lenses.
Individuals of all genders are encouraged to attend this event. Tea, coffee and finger food provided.
Saturday 22 March, 12pm – 3pm, Melton Library and Learning Hub
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