Fatima Payman (WA, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Last month I had the pleasure of meeting Kate Raston, Nicolette Beard and Alexis Pallister, the incredible founders of We Are Womxn. We Are Womxn is an evidence-based, trauma-informed educational organisation that empowers young women across Western Australia. The organisation is leading the way in teaching young women about autonomy, consent and body image. I'm not lying when I say that We Are Womxn is absolutely slaying.

In just two years, the organisation has visited over 40 schools and empowered more than 10,000 young women through educational workshops, honest conversations and the creation of safe spaces. We Are Womxn's interactive curriculum and workshops are meticulously designed and can be tailored to young women in any environment, whether that be primary school, secondary school, work, university or the wider community. Their positive impact has been immeasurable. From the Wheatbelt and the South West to the Pilbara, We Are Womxn is empowering women across WA. I encourage all WA schools and universities to invite We Are Womxn to deliver one of their impactful workshops.

It is so inspiring to see an organisation that is run by young women for young women that is breaking down barriers, destigmatising women's experiences and challenging patriarchal norms. As a young woman in politics, instilling confidence, capacity and bravery in other young women is a cause that is very important to me, and I'm always proud to highlight the important work of Western Australian organisations. Organisations like We Are Womxn are critical to support and empower the next generation of women. I congratulate Kate, Nicolette and Alexis on their incredible achievements so far.