Join Amnesty International Gold Coast Action group this International Women’s Day as we celebrate the strength, courage, and creativity of women who inspire change in our communities and around the world.

Hear from two powerful female leaders as they share their experiences, challenges, and hopes for a more just and equal future.

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and stand with us in honouring women’s leadership, resilience, and achievements.

Together, let’s celebrate, connect, and take action.

Vivian Victor is an Early Years Educator whose passion is to see children grow up emotionally, spiritually and intellectually. An entrepreneur to the core who has made an indelible mark in the manufacturing world, education, health sector... she is a philanthropist and this is shown in her been the first public officer of Elizabeth igbenobo breast cancer foundation, Lighthouse care and currently the president of ME FOUNDATION a charity organisation focussing on advocating and supporting young African girls from ages 15 years to 35 years.

Dharampreet Kaur, BA, LL.B, MBA, Postgraduate Qualification in Migration Law & Practice Dharampreet Kaur is a human rights advocate and a lawyer with over thirty-five years of experience in governance, rule of law, and protection frameworks in both international and domestic contexts. Her work has consistently focused on advancing justice, strengthening institutional accountability, and protecting marginalised and vulnerable communities. She has extensive experience in conflict-affected and post-conflict regions, where she has provided advice on legal equity, governance reform, and human rights compliance. Her expertise includes enhancing institutional responses to gender-based violence, developing survivor-centered justice mechanisms, and incorporating international human rights standards into national legal systems. Dharampreet has also contributed to regional child protection and anti-trafficking initiatives aligned with South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) protocols, particularly in areas of cross-border child trafficking prevention, victim identification and rehabilitation frameworks. In her role as a Legal Equity and Governance Advisor with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), as well as through collaboration with the European Social Fund in the UK, she has managed large multidisciplinary projects aimed at strengthening rule of law systems, promoting public sector accountability, and ensuring inclusive governance structures. Her work involved engaging with government institutions, civil society organizations, and international stakeholders in complex political environments. Currently based in Australia, Dharampreet has over the last twelve years, specialised in migration law, representing asylum seekers, survivors of domestic and family violence, and individuals facing persecution or systemic discrimination. Her practice is firmly rooted in a human rights framework, recognising migration law as a critical safeguard for protecting life, liberty, and dignity. Her professional journey bridges international conflict settings and frontline advocacy on migration issues in Australia, offering a unique perspective at the intersection of governance, gender justice, displacement, and protection. Dharampreet combines policy-level expertise with firsthand experience from direct client representation, allowing her to speak with authority, compassion, and practical insight on contemporary human rights challenges.

Come and join support womens rights locally and globally.