
International Women’s Day 2022
- Tuesday 8 March
Networking Luncheon | Guest Speakers
#BreakTheBias
Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day.
Imagine a gender equal world.
A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
A world where difference is valued and celebrated.
Together we can forge women’s equality.
Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
Host: LayDee KinMee
One of Australia’s most in demand drag queens and well known for her incredible vocals and unique yodelling talents. She entertains audiences both nationally and internationally with performances spanning the globe. She received a judges standing ovation on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ and is a three time ACE Award winner for Best Production Show and Best Compere.

Casey Donovan | Singer-Songwriter, Actress and Author
Since becoming the youngest-ever winner of Australian Idol at just 16, Casey Donovan has gone on to become one of Australia’s most versatile Indigenous entertainers. Casey is a powerhouse entertainer and over the last thirteen years, Donovan has made her mark not only as a musician, but also in the areas of stage, screen, presenting and writing. Casey is a multi-Award winner & nominee, including an ARIA No #1 Award for Listen with Your Heart and Deadly Awards for Best Album, Best Single and Most Promising New Talent.

Janine Shepherd | Former Champion Skier, Pilot, Speaker, Author, Coach
Janine Shepherd was an Australian national champion cross country skier in training for the Winter Olympics when her life was irrevocably altered. She was run over by a truck during a training bicycle ride to the Blue Mountains. While she was in hospital, suffering multiple life-threatening injuries, Janine’s parents were told she would never walk again. Yet following spinal surgery, Janine Shepherd recovered her defiant spirit and learned to fly a small plane, insistent that if she couldn’t walk, she would learn to fly.

Ruan Sims OAM | Athlete, NRL Ambassador, Firefighter, Media Personality
Ruan Sims is one of the women’s rugby league’s most successful players, formerly captain of the Australian Jillaroos, NSW State of Origin team, and Cronulla Sharks. She dominated rugby union for 11 years, before hanging up her boots to become a fire fighter. After a couple of years her passion for the game was reignited and she found her way to rugby league.
Ruan was one of the first women to become a NRL Ambassador and she continues to support NRL Community programs including Voice Against Violence and State of Mind initiatives through her new role as NRL Community Program Deliverer.

