Help preserve the extraordinary living history and the heritage of the Queen Victoria Women’s Centre building, so we can support women and gender diverse people to thrive.

You can support the QVWC Conservation and Community Appeal and help us to raise 4 million dollars across 4 years by supporting one or more of our Conservation Projects.

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Donate to the Conservation Appeal which is a tax deductable donation via the National Trust.

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Donate to the Community Appeal. Any amount, big or small, will make a difference in preserving the QVWC.

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Conservation projects - Where do the funds raised go?

All monies raised will support one or more of these projects. These projects are all informed by our newly revised Conservation Management Plan.

Project 1: Historical Interpretation & Landscape Renewal
  • Reimagining the front and western sides of the building to tell the inspiring story of the QVWC.
  • We will work with women and gender-diverse architects to help redesign the publicly facing sides of the building.
  • The area around the building will be more accessible and engaging for people to visit, rest, relax and converse.
  • It will include storytelling from First Nations' perspectives and existing features such as The Shilling Wall.
Project 2: Public Art Honouring Dr. Constance Stone and Victoria’s first medical women
  • Celebrate Dr. Constance Stone, Australia's first female doctor, increasing the number of public statues recognising women and their significant achievements in our city.
  • Artwork will honour the role Dr Constance Stone, and her colleagues played in founding the QV Hospital for Women and Girls.
  • We encourage collaboration with First Nations artists, women, and gender-diverse creators.
Project 3: Conservation of the Tower Turrets
  • The building has two iconic turrets with gothic architectural style.
  • These turrets need repairs to preserve their cast iron and timber features.
  • Work includes painting, plastering, and structural repairs.
Project 4: Conservation of Lonsdale Street Balconies

The southern balconies still have their original design and windows, urgent repairs are needed to prevent water damage and fix the floor, paint, and structure.

Project 5: Feminist Historian in Residence Fellowship

Fund a Historian in Residence Fellowship to research the building's rich history, including:

  • It’s pre-colonial Indigenous history.
  • Its role in women’s medical practice and healthcare.
  • Important people and achievements related to the site.
  • Ongoing research will elevate important stories from our collective past and create opportunities for books, documentaries, podcasts, and art projects.

BECOME A FRIEND OF THE QVWC

Donations of $20,000 or more

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Become a special friend of the QVWC by giving to the QVWC Conservation Appeal, via the National Trust, you can nominate to support one of the conservation projects or simply donate to the restoration appeal.

Friends of the QVWC will join a giving circle of major donors by gifting $20,000 or more.

If you are interested in discussing the Conservation Appeal or becoming a Friend of the QVWC, contact Keryn Negri , CEO keryn.negri@qvwc.org.au

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