WELCOME TO HERCONNECT
ABOUT
HERconnect is a Social Enterprise founded by two women from the Resources industry, focussed on empowering women in the community to find sustainable employment.
PURPOSE
Connecting industry with government &
community, to deliver sustainable
employment opportunities for disadvantaged,
marginalised and at-risk women.
INDIVIDUALS
Financial independence and empowerment.
Reduce risk of parolee reoffending.
Social stability and mental health benefit.
INDUSTRY
Increase female participation in the resources sector.
Foster positive relationships with the community.
Social licence to operate (Corporate Social Responsibility).
SOCIAL
Reduce pressure on social services.
Change perception of minority groups.
Create safer communities.
ECONOMIC
Relieve high cost of disadvantage (welfare, homelessness, police/responders, hospital attendance).
Reduce costs associated with incarceration.