We are excited to be expanding our work to Wyndham and Melton in 2025. Our program will support migrant and refugee communities to prepare for future climate disasters and build long-term resilience, drawing on the lessons from our Maribyrnong work.
Extreme weather events—like floods, fires, and heatwaves—are becoming more frequent and intense. Research shows that violence against women rises after disasters, with migrant and refugee women often most at risk. In fact, a recent UN Study shows that for every 1°C rise in average temperature, violence against women and families increases by 4.7%.
As a women’s health service, GenWest supports women who are disproportionately impacted by climate change, emergency, and disaster situations in urban settings. We build women’s leadership, strengthen community connections, and advocate for fair, inclusive policies.
Our Community, Our Voice: Disaster preparedness in Wyndham and Melton
We are excited to be expanding our work to Wyndham and Melton in 2025. Our program will support migrant and refugee communities to prepare for future climate disasters and build long-term resilience—drawing on the lessons from our Maribyrnong work.
We focus on the local Hindi-speaking community to help improve climate resilience and disaster preparedness in Melton & Wyndham by:
- Understanding existing knowledge of disaster and identify preparedness gaps
- Delivering community events and activities based on local community needs
- Amplifying community voices on climate adaptation and preparedness needs at local and state government levels
This project has been funded by Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation. If you live in Wyndham and Melton and would like to find out more, please contact Project Lead – Climate Resilience Wennie van Riet on wennier@genwest.org.au or head to genwest.org.au/climate-resilience
Job Opportunity
We are looking for a casual Hindi-speaking Community Engagement Officer to support this important work in Wyndham & Melton.
This is a casual role for up to 2.5 days a week for 9 months with flexible work arrangements. More information and the position description can be found here. We are actively hiring for this role, with interviews occurring as suitable applications are received.
Should you have any questions or queries, please email recruitment@genwest.org.au.
