Delivering Women’s Leadership Program – Tasmania

Purpose and Program Overview

The Delivering Women’s Leadership Program is designed to strengthen leadership capacity among women in Tasmania by supporting projects that develop, empower, and promote women’s leadership across communities, organisations, and industries. The program provides funding for initiatives that enhance leadership pathways and address systemic barriers to women’s participation in leadership roles.

The initiative reflects the Tasmanian Government’s commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering inclusive leadership across the state. By funding practical projects and programs, it aims to create long-term benefits for women in leadership and the organisations and communities they represent.

Funding is provided through a targeted grants program managed by the Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPAC) – Communities, Sport and Recreation Division.

Key Grant Details

• Grant amount: Up to $10,000 per project
• Application dates: Open 5 August 2024 – Close 2 September 2024
• Eligible applicants: Community organisations, not-for-profits, and entities delivering leadership initiatives for women
• Co-contributions: Not required, but additional in-kind or financial support is encouraged
• Location: Tasmania only

Priority Sectors

The program is not restricted to specific industries. It is open to a broad range of community, business, and industry sectors, provided projects focus on women’s leadership development in Tasmania.

Funding Scope

• Grant size: Up to $10,000 per project
• Streams: Single funding stream focused on women’s leadership capacity building
• Project timeline: Funded projects must be delivered within 12 months of receiving funds

Grant Amount in Total

The full grant pool allocated is $100,000 for the 2024 round.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be an incorporated organisation, association, or community group, or be sponsored by one
• Operate in Tasmania and deliver the funded project within the state
• Hold appropriate insurances, including public liability
• Have an ABN or work with a sponsor organisation that has one
• Be compliant with all relevant governance and reporting obligations

Eligible Activities and Expenses

Funding can be used for:

• Development and delivery of women’s leadership training and workshops
• Mentoring, coaching, or peer support programs
• Community or organisational leadership initiatives focused on women
• Events or activities promoting women in leadership
• Program delivery costs, including materials and facilitation
• Reasonable administrative and operational expenses directly linked to the project

Assessment Process

• Grant type: Competitive
• Key assessment criteria:
  • Alignment with program objectives to support women’s leadership
  • Demonstrated community benefit and impact
  • Organisational capacity to deliver the project successfully
  • Value for money and effective use of funds

Recent Program Updates

• 2024 round funding pool confirmed at $100,000
• Applications opened 5 August 2024 and close 2 September 2024
• No co-contribution required, providing broader accessibility for community groups

Application Tips

• Review the eligibility guidelines carefully before applying
• Clearly demonstrate how the project supports women’s leadership in Tasmania
• Provide evidence of organisational capability and past success in similar initiatives
• Outline practical outcomes and measurable benefits for participants and the community
• Secure letters of support or partnerships to strengthen the application

Where to Get Help

Consider consulting with a professional grant specialist like Pattens Group. We offer initial assessments to review your organisation’s eligibility and evaluate how well your project aligns with the program’s objectives. You can also visit the Tasmanian Government DPAC website for application templates, guidelines, and additional support.