Officers from Queensland’s public safety and associated agencies have come together today (March 6) to celebrate International Women’s Day.
Women from across Queensland’s public safety and associated agencies celebrating International Women’s Day
Today’s event, held in Brisbane, provided an opportunity to recognise the exceptional service of the women who work in the Queensland Police (QPS), Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES), Queensland COrrective Services (QCS), the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA) and the Inspector-General Emergency Management (IGEM).
The theme for this year’s event was Be Brave, Be True, Be You; focusing on authenticity and bravery within the agencies.
Attendees heard stories from extraordinary women including manager of the Federal Court of Australia for Northern Territory and former serving QPS Officer Helen Rose, who spoke about her experience with Post Traumatic Stress and her journey to recovery.
Another keynote speaker was Diane Ames, who faced enormous hardship when she was told her husband would die of