WiDA VIC - International Women's Day

United Nations IWD Theme: Balance the Scales

Join the Women in Defence Association (WiDA) community for our first-ever Melbourne-based event.

This inaugural Victorian gathering brings together people across the defence and national security ecosystem to connect, reflect and contribute to the collective effort required to accelerate progress toward gender balance, equity and inclusive leadership.

Enjoy an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and insight in a relaxed, professional setting.

Check back soon - WiDA is excited to be expanding our collaborations in 2026 - our proud event partners will be announced shortly.

• Hear perspectives from industry leaders through an insightful panel discussion
• Build relationships across defence, industry, government, and academia
• Connect with the WiDA community and broader Victorian defence network

Panelists to be announced in the new year.

Free to attend, thanks to the generous support of our event sponsor Clayton Utz.

• Drinks and canapés
• Facilitated networking
• Panel discussion exploring progress, barriers, and practical action to support balance and inclusion in defence

This is a gender-inclusive event open to all those connected to, or interested in, the defence sector, including:

• Defence families
• Australian Defence Force (ADF)
• Australian Public Service (APS)
• Industry and suppliers
• Academia
• Those considering a career in defence

Clayton Utz
Level 18, 333 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC

Photography and videography will occur at this event. By registering and attending, you consent to the use of images and recordings for WiDA promotional purposes.
If you prefer not to be photographed, please contact WiDA in advance and we will make reasonable accommodations.

Thank you to our valued Corporate Partners whose ongoing support makes WiDA possible:

Gold Partners

• WorkSec
• ASC
• Curtin NRAS

Bronze Partner

• Just Focus

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Clayton Utz, 333 Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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