April 24, 2017
The Queensland Rural Regional and Remote Women’s Network (QRRRWN) has issued a call for presenters at their Annual Conference, which is being held in Emerald on October 19-21.
QRRRWN opened Expressions of Interest for this year’s event on Monday.
The theme of the 2017 conference is “Building Vibrant Communities: Developing Future Gems”, and QRRRWN President Alison Mobbs said she is excited about uncovering new and developing talent to showcase alongside experienced speakers.
“What is special about our QRRRWN platform is the opportunities we provide to inspire participants and build their abilities and networks,” Alison said.
“In my years of involvement with QRRRWN I have seen many younger women realise their capabilities by listening to experienced female leaders who inspire them.
“With the encouragement and support of QRRRWN members and associates, they then go on to grow that potential into impressive contributions and leadership in their own fields.”
Ms Mobbs said the Emerald Committee welcomes interest from both experienced and emerging business, producers, creators, professional women and community workers who are keen to share their passions.
QRRRWN is seeking three kinds of presenters.
They are especially keen to hear from potential keynote speakers who can deliver to plenary sessions or breakfast or dinner functions for up to 40 minutes.
Often keynote speakers also offer workshops, which in turn enables the conference to offer a variety of workshops across its business, personal development and youth streams.
Previous conferences have included workshops over topics as diverse as belly dancing, cheese making, drawing, public speaking, business planning, digital marketing, grant writing, agriculture and politics.
QRRRWN aims for a mix of serious and more light-hearted workshops, so it provides opportunities for emerging presenters to deliver to small groups, too.
The third category they’re seeking are spotlight speakers, who give 10-15 minute main stage presentations.
Here QRRRWN aims to introduce local inspirational women or projects.
“We know there is an incredible array of hidden gems in our regional communities, and we’d love to string some of these together to make our conference sparkle,” Alison said.
“We also want to hear from women based in cities who have ideas and initiatives to share – being based is the suburbs is definitely not a barrier to participation.”
Women who plan to attend the Emerald conference are also welcome to nominate a speaker or workshop presenter they’d like to see on the program by emailing suggestions with contact details to conference@qrrrwn.org.au.
