The SEED Project
Sustaining Economic Empowerment and Dignity for Women
Creating positive change for women’s economic security in communities around Australia.
Poverty affects men and women differently, and women are often more vulnerable to economic hardship due to lack of financial resources and limited choices. Developed in Seymour, a regional town with pockets of disadvantage and high levels of gendered violence,The SEED Project aims to show how research, policy, and community efforts can come together to improve women's economic security and financial wellbeing.
The SEED Model
The SEED model focuses on increasing women's financial wellbeing
across five core interrelated domains: inclusive work, economic security, social infrastructure, social equity, health and wellbeing.
The model comprises three key elements:
• Financial Wellbeing Hub for women
At SEED we empower women to speak up about what they need and support them to make changes that lead to building the life they aspire to. Our hub provides a safe community where women can share their stories, relate to similar experiences, and work with us to ensure that they receive the right support based on their needs and goals.
• Community Investment Committee (CIC)
Harnessing community efforts, the CIC has partnered with 10 member organisations with expertise in family services, health and wellbeing, financial counselling, disability, education, housing, and more to tackle identified barriers in the local area.
• ongoing research, policy analysis and evaluation
Research and policy analysis supports the CIC and the program and informs advocacy from a local to national level.
FREE workshops for women in Seymour and surroundings
The SEED Project provides support designed to empower women in overcoming financial challenges. This support include financial coaching, access to educational programs, training opportunities and employment assistance, and referrals to other relevant community services.
In addition to addressing financial barriers, SEED offers a variety of free workshops and programs focused on enhancing women's confidence and helping them rediscover their self-worth. Delivered at the Financial Wellbeing Hub in Seymour, these workshops include:
The SEED Project’s Stepping Stones to YOUR Pathway is a FREE, 5-week program running in Seymour, to help women build their confidence in pursuing employment, professional development, and training pathways.
Stepping Stones to YOUR Pathway Time and date: Thursday 18 July 2024, 10 am - 2 pm (1st Week of 5 Week Course) Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! | |
Stepping Stones to YOUR Pathway Time and date: Tuesday 20 August 2024, 10 am - 2 pm (1st Week of 5 Week Course) Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
The SEED Project’s Employment Workshop covers all you need to know about:
- writing a resume and cover letter,
- applying for jobs,
- interview techniques, and
- what to expect when you start a new job.
Employment Workshop Time and date: Tuesday 29 October 10 am - 1 pm Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
Employment Workshop Time and date: Wednesday 27 November 10 am - 1 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
The SEED Project’s Financial Wellbeing Workshops are for women who manage their own or their family’s finances. Our FREE workshops on budgeting, saving, and spending skills empower women to gain control of their financial independence. Workshops are run at the Hub.
Financial Wellbeing Workshop - Superannuation Time and date: Wednesday 9 October 6 pm -7.30 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
Financial Wellbeing Workshop - Keeping Safe online Time and date: Tuesday 12 November 6 pm -7.30 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
Brush up on your budgeting, saving and spending skills with these FREE workshops.
HERmoney Time and date: Tuesday 22 October 10 am - 2 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
HERmoney Time and date: Tuesday 19 November 10 am - 2 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
The SEED Project’s Navigating Services Australia is for women who would like to understand how to navigate self-service, where to get help, and learn more about the different types of payment that may be available.
Navigating Services Australia (Centrelink) Time and date: Tuesday 15 October 10 am - 2 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
Navigating Services Australia (Centrelink) Time and date: Tuesday 12 November 10 am - 2 pm Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub 47a Anglesey Street Seymour VIC 3660 Register Now! |
Looking for Work in the Digital Age
This FREE seven-week course is designed for women who have been out of the workforce and aims to help develop the skills to apply for jobs in the digital age.
*This course commences with an information session Wednesday October 9 2024, 10am – 2.30pm.
Time and date: From October 9 2024 Wednesdays, 10am – 2pm
Location: Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub Angelsey Street Seymour
All workshops are FREE and they’re delivered at the Hub.
Contact information
Project Administration Officer
seedproject@bsl.org.au
0482 188 099
Women’s Financial Wellbeing Hub
47A Anglesey Street,
Seymour VIC 3660
Opening Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
9am-5pm
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