Celebrate International Women’s Day with the free screening of the documentary, Brazen Hussies, followed by an inspiring panel discussion.
Produced by Andrea Foxworthy, Brazen Hussies, is a critically-acclaimed documentary that tells the story of bold and diverse women who joined forces to defy the status quo, demand equality and create profound social change – contributing to one of the greatest social movements of the 20th Century.
Shining a light on an overlooked part of history, Brazen Hussies interweaves freshly uncovered archival footage, personal photographs, memorabilia and lively accounts from the daring women who reignited the feminist movement in Australia, at times at great personal cost.
Following the documentary, Yarra Ranges Council is thrilled to present a line-up of acclaimed critical thinkers, thought-provokers and opinion writers who will speak briefly and field questions from the audience.
The panellists will speak about gender equality, the privileged position of white feminism and challenging the status quo, in line with the 2021 International Women’s Day theme, Choose to Challenge.
Panellists include:
Feminist writer, organiser and advocate, Karen Pickering.
Co-author (with Jane Bennett) of About Bloody Time: The Menstrual Revolution We Have to Have, Pickering is the cofounder and director of Girls On Film Festival, and the creator and host of long-running salon, Cherchez la Femme, which is returning as a podcast in 2021.
Brazen Hussies Producer, Andrea Foxworthy.
Andrea produced On Her Shoulders (2011) to commemorate the centenary of International Women’s Day. On Her Shoulders was nominated for an ATOM Award (Best Short Documentary), won ‘Best Short’ at the 2011 La Mirada Film Festival, screened at Revelation Perth International Film Festival, and was broadcast on ABC TV.
Arrernte woman, opinion writer, trade unionist and public speaker, Celeste Liddle.
Aside from her popular blog, Rantings of an Aboriginal Feminist, Celeste has written for a number of publications, including Daily Life, The Guardian, New Matilda, Tracker Magazine, Eureka Street and others, and she has contributed chapters to anthologies such as Pan Macmillan’s Mothers and Others.
The events will take place at The Memo, Healesville on Tuesday 9 March 7pm-9pm and at the Arts Centre, Warburton on Friday 12 March 7pm-9pm.
Can’t make it to the event? Book your ticket and then tune into the live stream from the comfort of your living room. Watch the screening then listen to the stimulating discussion at the question and answer panel afterward.
Be part of the conversation. Be inspired by extraordinary women. And always #choosetochallenge.
