Investing in Women Funding Program - 2025-26

The purpose of the Investing in Women Funding Program is to fund innovative projects that focus on the three pillars that align with the NSW Women’s Strategy (2023-2026).

1. Economic opportunity and advancement

Projects should contribute to improving women’s economic opportunities and advancement and support diverse and flexible employment opportunities for women and girls in NSW. For example, projects that:

• Increase women’s opportunities in the workplace
• Transitions between careers and life stages
• Provide pathways into work, careers, and leadership
• Support financial security, capability, and wellbeing throughout life stages, including retirement

2. Health and wellbeing

Projects should contribute to promoting and supporting a holistic approach to women’s health and wellbeing. For example, projects that: 

• Promote safe relationships, safe communities
• Understanding and awareness of women’s and girls’ health needs
• Provide services and support for women’s and girls’ physical and mental health
• Secure housing, preventing homelessness

3. Participation and empowerment

Projects should contribute to supporting women’s engagement through social networks, access to information. For example, projects that: 

• Challenge gendered norms, roles, and expectations
• Create leaders in community and work
• Uplift focus communities
• Rebuild connections and engaging with community