About the Rural Women's Network
Sonia Muir (Coordinator)
The Rural Women's Network (RWN) is a state-wide government program within the NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI).
The RWN works in innovative ways to share information and promote action on rural women's issues, often in partnership with individuals, groups and non-government and government agencies.
The small RWN team works with a community based State Advisory Committee (SAC) co-chaired by NSW DPI's Director-General and a community representative.
Start of the Rural Women's Network
In May 1991 a Rural Women's Conference was held in Parkes. Participants identified the need for rural women to have more opportunities to network, share ideas, access information and have a voice in decision making. As a result, the RWN was set up in 1992.
What the RWN can do for you
- Provide information and promote activities via The Country Web newsletter, monthly email update and website.
- Send information packs, give presentations or facilitate workshops at women's events or local gatherings.
- Provide contacts for guest speakers and workshop presenters on a wide range of topics.
- Work with you in issues-based projects, support your proposal or help connect you with relevant individuals, groups or agencies.
Projects and activities
A large portion of RWN time is spent on specific projects and activities. Many of these projects are developed and coordinated in partnerships with other agencies, organisations and community groups.