The QLD International Women’s Day – Parliamentary Breakfast Event 2026 was a powerful and inspiring morning held in the heart of Queensland’s democratic home, bringing together leaders, advocates, professionals, and community members to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of women across the state.
Set within the iconic Queensland Parliament, the event honoured the remarkable women who have helped shape Queensland’s history not only through leadership and activism, but also through the often-unrecognised roles of motherhood, caregiving, mentoring, and community building.
International Women’s Day is a moment to reflect on progress, recognise challenges, and celebrate the women who continue to drive change across society. This parliamentary breakfast created a meaningful space for conversation, recognition, and inspiration as attendees gathered to acknowledge the women whose dedication continues to strengthen Queensland’s communities.
Inspiring Voices and Distinguished Speakers
The event featured a remarkable lineup of influential women and leaders who shared insights from their personal journeys, professional experiences, and community impact.
A Morning of Reflection, Recognition and Connection
The Parliamentary Breakfast created a welcoming environment where attendees could engage in meaningful discussions about leadership, equality, representation, and community empowerment.
Throughout the morning, conversations highlighted:
The progress women have made across sectors
The challenges that still remain in achieving gender equity
The importance of inclusive leadership and representation
The role of communities in supporting women and families
The event served not only as a celebration but also as a reminder of the collective responsibility to continue advancing equality and opportunity.
A Heartfelt Thank You
We extend our sincere gratitude to:
Our incredible speakers and panellists for sharing their knowledge, experiences and inspiration
All attendees who joined us for this important celebration
Our dedicated team and volunteers whose hard work made the event possible
Your presence and contributions helped create a powerful and memorable International Women’s Day celebration.
Looking Ahead: National Child & Family Safety Leadership Summit 2026
This national summit will bring together leaders, practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and community voices from across Australia to address the complex and urgent issues shaping child and family safety.
Across Australia, vital work is already underway in areas including:
Family and domestic violence services
Child protection
Community legal services
Housing and homelessness
Justice, health and education systems
First Nations community-controlled organisations
Join us on 22 May 2026 in Perth, Western Australia and be part of a collaborative effort to build a safer future for children and families across Australia.