International Women's Day morning tea at REDHS
A morning tea celebrating International Women's Day will be held at Rochester and Elmore District Health Service tomorrow.
By Elaine CooneyRochester and Elmore District Health Service will host a morning tea to celebrate the 2013 International Women’s Day tomorrow.
Lockington-born comedian Monica Dullard will perform her stand-up act and REDHS representatives will speak at the event, which starts at 10am.
REDHS primary care manager Alicia Cunningham said the morning would have a positive focus on women stepping into leadership.
‘‘It is an occasion for looking back on past struggles and accomplishments and, more importantly, for looking ahead to the untapped potential and opportunities that await future generations of women,’’ she said.
She said advice and experts in domestic violence and women’s health would be on-hand with information throughout the morning.
To register for the event, phone 5484
For information, visit the website www.redhs.com.au
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