About NCWQ Inc
The National Council of Women of Queensland Inc (NCWQ) is a non-party-political, non-sectarian, not-for-profit, umbrella organisation with broadly humanitarian and educational objectives.
It seeks to raise the awareness of members as to their rights and responsibilities as citizens and encourages their participation in all aspects of community life.
The National Council of Women of QLD (Inc) is affiliated with National Council of Women of Australia Ltd. and the International Council of Women.
The National Council of Women of Qld Inc has been working for women in Queensland since 1905.
Our patron is Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young PSM, Governor of Queensland
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NCWQ 2023 Bursary Presentation
The NCWQ 2023 Bursary Presentation was held on Saturday 16 September at The Women’s College, The University of Queensland. Download the Yearbook.
NCWQ Bursary Presentation and President’s Lunch – 16 September 2023
NCWQ’s 15th Annual Bursary presentation will take place on Saturday 16 September, at The Women’s College, UQ.
Men making change
The Lady Musgrave Trust held its 15th Annual Forum on Women and Homelessness on 2 August, at QUT Gardens Point.
TMR Women in Engineering bursary presentation
The 2023 Transport and Main Roads Women in Engineering bursary was presented on 24 August, at QUT Gardens Point Campus.
NCWQ attends Government House reception
On 30 August, NCWQ Committee members attended a reception at Government House, at the invitation of Her Excellency The Governor, the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, also our Patroness.
Free digital skills training available to NCWQ Members through Women’s Network Australia
Would you like some help to upgrade your computer skills? Perhaps you’re looking for a new career, or simply wanting to keep up with the young ones in the digital
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Partners and Affiliates
The NCWQ has an extensive network of partners and affiliates across the state.
The network of these organisations enables the sharing of information, effective communication and better support across all segments of our community.
See a list of NCWQ’s affiliates and partners across the state.
What some of the bursary recipients say...
Frequently Asked Questions
We have two types of memberships – Affiliate and Associate.
Affiliate membership is open to any association of women, or men and women, whose constitution is consistent with that of The National Council of Women. Each such affiliated association may elect two voting delegates to the Council.
Associate Membership is open to an individual whose nomination is accepted by the Council. Associate members are represented on the Management Committee and have full voting rights at all General Meetings.
For more information on becoming a member, please visit here.
No. NCWQ has a focus on all in our society, from the young to the old. The NCWQ is actively involved in many areas impacting the life of women.
Our Advisers produce reports on matters including Ageing, Arts, Family, Children, Economics, Environment and Health.
We also have activities and support Young Women.
Yes, in conjunction with our Bursary partners, bursaries are awarded annually across a wide range of criteria. Find out more.
Yes. The NCWQ is actively involved in many areas impacting the life of women, across the whole of the state.
We also have extensive network of partners and affiliates throughout Queensland.
The network of these organisations enables the sharing of information, effective communication and better support across all segments of our community.
Yes. Our primary goals are:
Unite associates and societies of women, and of men and women, into an organisation for mutual counsel and cooperation.
Work for the empowerment of women and families and to promote equal status for women in law and fact.
Develop policies and responses on behalf of women on a state wide basis.
Act as a voice on issues and concerns of women at state and regional levels.
Link with the women of Australia and the International Council of Women through the National Council of Women of Australia and contribute to the implementation of their plans of action and policies.
Get Involved. Contact the NCWQ President.
1. Become a member.
2. Nominate to be part of the Management Committee or the panel of Advisers.
3. Attend NCWQ events and those of our affiliate organisations.
4. Refer issues affecting women to NCWQ.