If you live in or around Gladstone, QLD, especially of you are a woman, come and join me and other speakers in a very special event on 5 August 2011.
Here is the description from the site of the organizers, WIN: Women’s Intercultural Network:
Offering a series of workshops and presentations by high profile speakers and educators in the fields of community cohesion and diversity. Participants are expected to gain a better understanding on issues related to maximising the benefits and dealing with the challenges of diversity including but not limited to topics such as prejudice, conflict resolution and community involvement and cohesion.
- Learn about the Region’s growth and understand how to make the most of a diverse workforce
- Gain awareness of diversity related issues in the fields of education, integration, employment, culture and religion
- Develop tolerance in the context of intercultural conflict and grievances
- Learn to create a safe environment to discuss prejudice and diversity