Women's Plan

To improve the health of women for their physical, emotional and mental wellbeing

Implement a Municipal Health Plan addressing main health issues and services for women in the Municipality

Create a healthier environment for women

KMC

IAHS

2009

To manage a wide range of programs and services that provide, support and create opportunities for women’s employment

Provide community services that support women and are specifically orientated for women’s careers including:

HACC and Nursing Services

Improve the life of women in the community and their economic independence

KMC

HACC

2009 ongoing

Provide training opportunities for women

Better skills to assist in family life and the community

KCC

2009 ongoing

To support and encourage a safer community and provide programs that will reduce women’s isolation

Develop a Community Safety Program in the Municipality to address community safety and crime prevention

Provide a safer environment for women in the Municipality

KMC

IAHS

NSW Police

Neighbourhood Watch

2009 ongoing

Provide specific programs to address social isolation and interpersonal relationships

Encourage greater community support for women

KMC

IAHS

Neighbourhood Watch

2009 ongoing

Provide programs addressing issues for younger and older women

Create awareness of the different needs of women in the community

KMC

IAHS

Neighbourhood Watch

2009 ongoing

To support and lobby for programs that address the issues of substance abuse and mental health of women

Organise drug and alcohol forums to assist women that may be subject to substance abuse

Improved education that can lead to a healthier lifestyle

KMC

IAHS

2009

Lobby for specific mental health awareness and prevention programs

Create an environment where people and communities are aware of mental health as much as physical health

KMC

IAHS

Service Clubs

2009