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Women on Farms supports the ‘Healthy Foods Program’ at Community College Gippsland, Warragul 

January 30, 2024

West Gippsland Women on Farms has stepped forward with a significant contribution to the ‘Healthy Foods Program’ initiated by the Community College Gippsland (CCG). Their generous donation will provide 50 nutritious meals, ensuring vital food relief for our students in need. This heartening development took place on 17 October at the Community College Gippsland in Warragul. West Gippsland Women on Farms is a non-profit organisation, that supports women in agricultural communities.  

Recognising the pressing need to address food insecurity among some of our students from economically and socially challenging backgrounds, Women on Farms has shown its commitment to fostering community well-being. Through their partnership, CCG has channelled resources towards promoting healthy eating habits and providing essential nourishment to students facing economic challenges. 

Margaret Young, President of Women on Farms states ‘funds will make a very good impact. It’s a worthy thing for students to be fed’. When asked what motivated them to provide the funding, Margaret said ‘CCG has been good to us, for a long time, over 30 years. We wanted to give back. The original group came together to participate in a women on farms skills course. The women went to each other’s farms to practice their skills such as tractor riding and sheep shearing and then created the group.’ 

The ‘Healthy Food Program’ has been instrumental in tackling food insecurity among our students, fostering a conducive environment for learning and growth. With Women on Farm’s generous contribution, the program can significantly expand its reach and impact, catering to the needs of our students on the Warragul campus. 

‘We are grateful to Women on Farms for their significant donation, which will enable us to provide essential staples to students on our campus’ affirmed Ms Den Lim, Business Development Manager of CCG. ‘Their invaluable support reinforces the spirit of collaboration and solidarity within our community, emphasising the importance of collective efforts in addressing socio-economic challenges.’ 

The partnership between CCG and Women on Farms exemplifies a shared vision of promoting holistic development and nurturing a culture of compassion within the community. By providing students with nutritious meals, they are not only addressing immediate hunger but also laying the foundation for a healthier and resilient generation. 

For further information on the ‘Healthy Foods Program’ by CCG and its philanthropic initiatives, please visit their website at https://ecg.vic.edu.au/giving/. 

The names from left to right are:

Lois Binding, student (name not to be displayed), Jude Conway (in the back), Den Lim (Business Development Manager CCG, Jean Irvine (Secretary, Women on Farms West Gippsland), Margaret Young (President of Women on Farms West Gippsland), Linda Whitaker, Marion Denniss (Treasurer, Women on Farms West Gippsland) and Judy Lackman

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