Celebrating
Celebrating Women Powering Gippsland’s Energy Future
Across Gippsland and beyond, a new era in energy is unfolding—one powered not just by innovation and technology, but by the remarkable women whose talents, vision, and determination are lighting the way forward. In a field long defined by tradition, women are now leading groundbreaking projects, driving policy, pioneering research, and inspiring communities to reimagine what’s possible.
This is a moment to recognize and uplift the voices, stories, and achievements of women who are redefining what it means to work in energy. From engineers and technicians to entrepreneurs, project managers, and policymakers, their collective impact is transforming the industry into a model of diversity, creativity, and resilience.
By sharing these journeys, we shine a spotlight on the extraordinary contributions and leadership of women living regionally and working across all facets of new energy. Together, we’re building a more inclusive, dynamic, and sustainable future—where anyone can see themselves as a changemaker.
Join us as we celebrate, connect, and empower the women shaping the bright new world of energy. Because you can’t be what you can’t see—and their stories are just the beginning.
Empowering
Women Shaping the Future Empowering the Present
Dr Julia Heslop
Renee Kurowski
Esther Lloyd
Mandy Neave
Elizabeth Radcliffe
Kate Lancaster
Lisa Gooding
Laura Caspari
Carolyn Crossley
Helena Moloney
Dr Surbhi Sharma
Julie Gibson
Mary Barry
Rhonda Hastie
Wendy Farmer
Amy Boersma
Amber Leyshan
Focus
Powering Her Pathway
Gippsland Women graduate from clean energy trades program
TAFE Gippsland joined project partners Tradeswomen Australia (TWA), RMIT University and ENGIE to celebrate the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the Women in Trades Clean Energy Taster Program – Powering her Pathway (PHP).
Led by TWA, the pioneering initiative is designed to increase women’s participation in clean energy trades through tailored, hands-on training while addressing the systemic barriers women face entering the industry. The program was delivered in collaboration with TAFE Gippsland and ENGIE, supporting participants to build real-world skills and confidence in a growing sector. Next course commences 3 August 2026.
Read more: TAFE Gippsland Powering her Pathway
L-R: TAFE Gippsland Manager Business Partnerships Leah Vicino, Latrobe City Counsellor Stephanie Morgan, Haley Carbis, Grace Harding, Jasmine Wilkie, Montana Stephens, Elise Guerette, Rachel Sands (TWA), Madison Da Silva and Michelle Bryden. 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙚𝙧 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙬𝙖𝙮 Program Brochure
Connect
Connect
Sparking Change Women in Energy Strategy
Women In Energy – Gippsland Women’s Health
Gender Impact Assessment Report 2026
Join the women changing the face of energy | Clean Energy Council
Diversity in renewables | Clean Energy Council
Powering Her Pathway – Tradeswomen Australia
Industry: Clean Energy – Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, Australian Government
Women Onsite Powering Change – We Are Union VTHC
Women in Energy Network | Iberdrola Australia
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We extend an open invitation to Women working in all areas of the energy sector to contribute their profile to inspire others to follow their lead.
C3E International aims to accelerate gender equality and diversity in clean energy transitions and close the gender gap by 2030.



