The FW Membership The tools and connections to build the career you want. Learn more You are here Become an FW member for $149/year Everything in one place Connect Build your personal board of directors through Peer Learning sessions and figure out the messy bits of work with fellow members in the Community. Learn Pursue professional development on your own timetable with Mini Masterclasses to help you negotiate that pay rise or lead with influence. Lead Receive a virtual ticket to our FW Leadership Summit (valued at $450) and join in on Australia's leading International Women's Day event. Inspire Exclusive access to thought leadership and career advice from extraordinary women in our network - designed to fit into the pockets of your day. Become a member What’s coming up Whether you're chasing a promotion a payrise or new skills, we have an event to match FW Presents: What to do when Thursday 28 May, 2026 12:30 - 1:30pm AEST Join us for "What to do when...", a webinar designed to help you turn words into action. This one-hour session moves from the scripts to the steps, providing a clear roadmap for navigating the complexities of workplace leadership and dismantling unfair structures from the inside out. RSVP Mini Masterclass: Networking skills Thursday 11 June, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm AEST Join FW's Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi as they share their advice on networking. In this fireside chat, they will explore how to approach any room with confidence, strategically build a diverse professional network and establish a personal brand that attracts new opportunities. Practical people management offers hands-on strategies for effectively leading diverse teams, enhancing communication, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Participants will engage in interactive activities and real-world scenarios to develop skills in conflict resolution, motivation, and performance management.This session will cover:From mate to managerRelationship managementMeaningful feedbackResolving disputesDifficult conversationsDiverse teamsThis masterclass is delivered live, online and runs for 3.5 hours.Book now Melbourne Social Club Thursday 11 June, 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm AEST How could you say no to an evening with Jamila Rizvi and special guests at Work Club Olderfleet? Drinks and canapés. Fellow members. Show up, meet some new people, and leave with conversations and connections that make you wonder why you don't do this more often. More details dropping soon. Sydney Social Club Thursday 18 June, 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm AEST Join fellow members for an evening at The Shangri-La. Helen McCabe. Special guests. Drinks and canapés. Show up, meet some new people and take in that Harbour Bridge view that makes you wonder why you don't do this more often. More details dropping soon. Masterclass: Under Pressure: Building psychological safety to prevent burnout Thursday 25 June, 2026 11:00am - 1:30pm AEST Burnout isn’t a personal failure, it’s a structural flaw. This workshop equips people leaders with the tactical tools to spot burnout before it hits the red zone and dismantle the risk factors baked into our workdays. We dive beneath the surface to focus on psychological safety: the ultimate shield against this form of chronic stress. FW Leadership Summit 2027: Save the date March 2027 Experience two days of high-impact keynotes, panels and networking alongside a community that actually backs you. Join us in person or become an FW member for $149/year and receive a virtual ticket valued at $450. Become a member Join the waitlist FW membership inclusions: A virtual ticket to the FW Leadership Summit (valued at $450) An invite to the FW Community 6 live and online Mini Masterclasses with Helen McCabe, Jamila Rizvi and guests 8 live and online Peer Learning sessions (valued at $500) Access to buy tickets to in-person networking events in Sydney and Melbourne, plus 20% off tickets to the FW Federal Budget Dinner in Canberra Member-only content, inspiration and thought leadership Join as a member for $149/year or $14.99/month. Become a member Prefer to join monthly? Click here. Frequently asked questions Who is the FW membership for? Expand The FW membership is designed for women at all career stages—whether you've just stepped into your first role or you've been running teams for years. One price, full access, everything included. You also have the flexibility to scale up with pay-as-you-go options. Members receive access to buy tickets to in-person networking events in Sydney and Melbourne and 20% off tickets to the FW Federal Budget Dinner in Canberra. I'm already busy. Why should I add one more thing? Expand The people getting ahead aren't working harder than you. They're just better connected, better equipped and more deliberate about where they put their energy. For $149 a year, less than $3 a week, you get access to sessions built around the challenges of work. Not generic advice you've heard before. The kind of conversations that help you walk into a hard meeting knowing exactly what you're doing and why. What makes the FW Leadership Summit different? Expand Some conferences feel like a chore. We built the Summit to be the antidote to that — an injection of energy, ideas and connection. Over two days, 45+ world-class speakers deliver keynotes, panel discussions and lightning talks that don't just inform. They shift perspective. Hosted by MC Alice Monfries, the two-day virtual ticket is the most valuable part of an FW membership ($450 value). It unlocks every session, bonus content and virtual networking. And because everything is recorded, you can revisit the moments that moved you whenever you need them. The feedback from Summit 2026 attendees speaks for itself, with 99% saying the content was valuable. “This conference exceeded my expectations in every way. The virtual delivery and platform was so inclusive and well organised.” “The panel discussions and topics were relevant and I felt like I had some great take-aways in every session. What I loved is that they were real discussions and not death by powerpoint presentations.” “So glad that I decided to sign up as a member and join the summit. Thank you to the organisers for their professionalism and putting on an extraordinary event." "Positive. Educational. Sets a clear example for aspirational ways to gather and share knowledge. I wish my workplace was more like the spirit of this event." What professional development is included? Expand Mini Masterclasses: FW's Queens of Pros and Cons Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi run these unscripted and interactive sessions. They cover leadership challenges like navigating team dynamics, having difficult conversations and building influence when you don't yet have the title to back it up. And there's always room for a Q&A. Peer Learning sessions: These function like a personal board of directors. Honest, experienced counsel that makes the tougher career decisions feel less isolating. Small breakout rooms. No hierarchy, no office politics. Plus, the exercises are practical enough to bring back to work the same week. But what members keep coming back to is the other members in the room. "I had some amazing insights from the peers I met in the breakout rooms." "Hearing about other women's experiences with work life balance and how similar we all are was the highlight." "I enjoyed hearing from a couple of ladies in my breakout group. We even exchanged email addresses." "A structured way to consider goal setting, focusing on my why. Super helpful and something I can now use to help my reporting staff set their goals too." Can I sign up my whole team? Expand What an excellent boss you are. We — and your team — would love that. Email us at [email protected] Is there the chance to meet other members in person? Expand Yes! We're hosting Social Clubs in Sydney and Melbourne this June, plus the FW La Trobe Federal Budget Dinner in Canberra. FW Members get early access and exclusive discounts. What if I live regionally or outside of a major city? Expand You are exactly who we built this for. FW is a digital-first professional network designed to bridge the gap for women in regional and rural Australia. The core of your membership is delivered entirely online. Whether you are in Dubbo or Darwin, you have the same access as someone in a CBD office. The FW network is in your corner, no matter your postcode. Have you got more questions? We'd like to help. Contact us at [email protected] Don't career alone. $149/year. Less than a single coaching session. The women ahead of you are already in the room, the question is whether you'll join us there. Become a member Stay tuned Stay up to date with our events, programs and the latest in gender news.