This program funds NSW organisations to implement projects that support women from focus communities who are experiencing persistent barriers to employment.
June 2024
What was approved
Approved for ACON
Proud and Ready provides an evidence-based, paid health promotion and community development internship and peer network for NSW LGBTQ women. The aim is to demonstrably improve the knowledge, skills, and experience of participants, equip them to overcome barriers to employment, provide real work experience, and support for future placements.
$249,808 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Hunter, Northern NSW, SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
16 monthsWhat was approved
Approved for Beacon Laundry
The Women@Work project focuses on women facing significant barriers to employment and providing pathways to employment at Beacon laundry or in mainstream employment. The project provides tailored wrap around supports, metoringand on-the-job training.
$250,000 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Northern NSWLocation of the recipient
ByronAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two yearsWhat was approved
Approved for Community Resources Limited
RENEW will engage with Aboriginal women in the Forster-Tuncurry region through a flexible and culturally safe program that includes training, employment, and mentoring. Participants will build on-the-job skills and confidence, receiving holistic support to achieve qualifications and lasting employment.
$228,480 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Mid North CoastLocation of the recipient
Mid-CoastAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two yearsWhat was approved
Approved for COMPACT Incorporated
Successful Futures targets regional women and girls at all stages of their career journey, directly supporting them to confidently enter or return to work, gain work experience, upskill, refresh or change career pathways.
$250,000 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
MurrumbidgeeLocation of the recipient
Wagga WaggaAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two yearsWhat was approved
Approved for Generation Australia
The Empowered Pathways project will support 60 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women into employment through training, mentorship, wraparound support, and employment support.
$246,200 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Nepean Blue Mountains, South Western Sydney, Western SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
18 monthsWhat was approved
Approved for Her Futures Foundation Limited
Her Futures Foundation will support First Nations women and girls to enter or re-enter the workforce. Services will include culturally appropriate wrap around supports to assist those experiencing complex and persistent barriers to employment whilst supporting women to gain increased work readiness, confidence and employment.
$250,000 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Northern NSW, Western NSW, Western SydneyLocation of the recipient
KempseyAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two yearsWhat was approved
Approved for Jigsaw Group
This project will offer ten weeks of employment training and work experience at Jigsaw to women with disability who do not receive NDIS funding. It will provide them with wraparound support for their employment journeys for the long-term.
$100,000 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
Northern SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two yearsWhat was approved
Approved for SHINE for Kids
A holistic, strengths-based mentoring program for young women identified as at-risk of entering the justice system, or those transitioning out of custody in Western Sydney. The program supports young women with complex, overlapping challenges to re-engage them with employment and community and help them thrive
$193,870 was approved by
Minister for WomenDate approved
June 2024Location of the project
South Western SydneyLocation of the recipient
SydneyAbout the grant
Applications approved
9
Applications received
72
2023-24 Return to Work Pathways Program
Agency funding this grant
Women NSWProgram term
Two years