Generation Women Melbourne — Bridging the Divide: Stories of unexpected connections
Does it feel harder to connect these days? You’re not alone. In a world that often feels busy and divided, it can be hard to find those real, human moments of connection. That’s where Generation Women comes in. Six incredible women — from their 20s through to their 70s+— step on stage to share true stories of connection that changed everything. From unexpected friendships to cultural encounters that opened new doors, each story will remind you that connection is possible, even when it feels out of reach.
You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. And you’ll leave with that little spark we all crave: the feeling that you’re not alone, and that together, we’re stronger.
💫 Our Performer Line-up:
Team 20s: Charisa Bossinakis has performed sold out shows at The Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sydney Comedy Festival and this year, she starred in ABC's Urvi Went To An All-Girls High School. She brings her flair for absurdity, silliness and honesty to the Generation Women stage.
Team 30s: Megha Joshi is Indian by birth, Australian with time and a piece of paper, but human by race and choosing love as religion. She is an Architecture graduate turned Grief and Connection Coach, and after spending the past 12 years in Australia, being shaped by connections and different communities, she is still evolving into the soul that she is.
Team 40s: Aarti Vincent is a bilingual comedian bringing sharp, cheeky humour to stages across continents. With fresh takes on religion, family and the patriarchy, this ‘badass brown mum’ delights audiences in English and Hindi. Expect side-splitting storytelling, relatable parenting jokes and a reminder not to take life too seriously.
Team 50s: Jude Lunny is a proud mum of three wonderful adults, and Nanna to Penny. She’s studied, worked in multiple industries, co-authored a book and educated many on the traumas of drink-spiking rape. At 54, she is the best version of herself, appreciating life’s freedoms, love, laughter, friendships and endless connections.
Team 60s: Jeanie Faure is an artist and educator, and a volunteer at the Asylum Seekers Resource Centre. After earning graduate diplomas in Special Education and Student Welfare, she spent 30 years as a teacher, primarily in juvenile justice. For two decades she was also the lead singer in a rock band called the Crown Julies. She enjoys painting and ceramics, and currently teaches painting classes.
Team 70s: Mary Scott is an award-winning confidence coach, author and podcast host, passionate about helping women over fifty rise with purpose. With decades of experience in nursing and psychotherapy, she blends soulful insight with strategic expertise. A natural storyteller, Mary inspires others to lead, speak and live with courage, authenticity and unshakable confidence.
About Generation Women
Generation Women is a global storytelling movement that celebrates women’s voices across the decades.
Founded in New York in 2017, Generation Women launched in Sydney in 2018 and Melbourne in 2020. Every show features six storytellers — one from each decade of life, from her 20s to her 70s+ — sharing original stories on a shared theme.
Why Generation Women Australia?
Generation Women Australia is proudly award-winning and is the only chapter in the world to offer an ongoing membership program, giving our community even more ways to connect, belong and grow between shows.
This event is presented by Generation Women Australia, founded by Donna Logue. The show will be hosted by Rebecca Lister.
Generation Women was originally created by Georgia Clark in New York.
Event Details
📍 Howler
7–11 Dawson St, Brunswick VIC 3056
🕢 Doors at 6:30 PM
🎤 Show at 7:00 PM
Want to feel even more connected?
Membership is now closed in Melbourne — but the waitlist is open!
We’re currently welcoming our newest cohort of Generation Women Australia members. To give each woman a warm welcome and 1:1 support, we’ve paused sign-ups in Melbourne but you can join the waitlist here to be first in line when doors reopen.
💛 Already a member? Don’t forget to enter your discount code at checkout for $10 off your ticket.
What’s included when membership reopens:
Become a Generation Women Australia Member and be part of the story all year round.
As a member, you’ll:
✔️ Save $10 on every ticket
✔️ Access our exclusive member portal — think Netflix for women’s stories: funny, raw, and real, with video and audio from past shows you can enjoy anytime, anywhere
✔️ Join a community of women who believe in the power of showing up — for themselves and for each other
✔️ Receive 1:1 support when you join, so you feel connected and right at home in our portal and community
Generation Women Sydney — Bridging the Divide: Stories of unexpected connections
Does it feel harder to connect these days? You’re not alone. In a world that often feels busy and divided, it can be hard to find those real, human moments of connection. That’s where Generation Women comes in. Six incredible women — from their 20s through to their 70s+— step on stage to share true stories of connection that changed everything. From unexpected friendships to cultural encounters that opened new doors, each story will remind you that connection is possible, even when it feels out of reach.
You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. And you’ll leave with that little spark we all crave: the feeling that you’re not alone, and that together, we’re stronger.
💫 Our Performer Line-up:
Team 20s: Chelsea Hendra is an entrepreneur and footballer, aiming to tackle tough topics in sports through workshops and empower athletes and their supporters via her business, Change Makers.
Team 30s: Diana McLaren is a comedian, writer, event MC and all-around artist. Sometimes introduced as the queen of oversharing, she is known for always sharing her truth with kindness, love and humor.
Team 40s: Dr Fatma Al-widyan is an entrepreneur, educator and innovation leader empowering the next generation of engineers at UTS through hands-on projects tackling big challenges — from electric cars to space exploration. Passionate about inclusive pathways into STEM, Fatma champions creativity, collaboration and opportunities for underrepresented voices to shape the future of engineering.
Team 50s: Lisa Ireland is an author, podcaster and writing mentor. Her eighth novel, The Studio Girls, was published in May 2024. Lisa is a co-host of Writers Behaving Badly, a podcast that encourages listeners to let go of fear and embrace their creativity.
Team 60s: Dr Leda van der Post is a writer, artist and facilitator. Through both her personal art and her Creative Journey workshops, she invites people to use creative expression to shift how they see themselves and the world around them. Whether through painting, storytelling or guiding others, her work is grounded in curiosity, courage and care.
Team 70s: Karen Lindley AM has forged a remarkable dual career, becoming the first female gemologist to wholesale Australian black opal globally while dedicating over two decades to supporting survivors of child sexual assault. Her leadership in industry boards and her advocacy have earned her an Order of Australia for service to both the jewellery trade and social welfare.
About Generation Women
Generation Women is a global storytelling movement that celebrates women’s voices across the decades.
Founded in New York in 2017, Generation Women launched in Sydney in 2018 and Melbourne in 2020. Every show features six storytellers — one from each decade of life, from her 20s to her 70s+ — sharing original stories on a shared theme.
Why Generation Women Australia?
Generation Women Australia is proudly award-winning and is the only chapter in the world to offer an ongoing membership program, giving our community even more ways to connect, belong and grow between shows.
This event is proudly presented by Generation Women Australia, founded by Donna Logue, and hosted by Charlie.
Generation Women was originally created by Georgia Clark in New York.
Event Details
📍 The Beresford
354 Bourke St, Surry Hills NSW 2016
🕢 Doors at 6:30 PM
🎤 Show at 7:00 PM
Want to feel even more connected?
Membership is now closed in Sydney — but the waitlist is open!
We’re currently welcoming our newest cohort of Generation Women Australia members. To give each woman a warm welcome and 1:1 support, we’ve paused sign-ups in Sydney but you can join the waitlist here to be first in line when doors reopen.
💛 Already a member? Don’t forget to enter your discount code at checkout for $10 off your ticket.
What’s included when membership reopens:
Become a Generation Women Australia Member and be part of the story all year round.
As a member, you’ll:
✔️ Save $10 on every ticket
✔️ Access our exclusive member portal — think Netflix for women’s stories: funny, raw, and real, with video and audio from past shows you can enjoy anytime, anywhere
✔️ Join a community of women who believe in the power of showing up — for themselves and for each other
✔️ Receive 1:1 support when you join, so you feel connected and right at home in our portal and community
Generation Women Sydney – Ladylike: Stories of Breaking the Rules, Living out Loud and Claiming Your Space
‘Ladylike: Stories of Breaking the Rules, Living out Loud and Claiming your Space’
Let’s talk about what “ladylike” really means. This month, you’ll hear from women who are unapologetically themselves — breaking the rules, making their own way, and redefining what it means to take up space. It’s bold, it’s brave, and it’s a celebration of all the ways we’re claiming our power.
💫 Our Performer Line-up
Team 20s: Ella Frost has always believed in questioning institutional thinking. She is simply unable to not speak up when dominant narratives don't make sense. Keenly aware of social injustice and inequity, she feels like she has found her path in the field of Occupational Therapy where she currently supports people living with disabilities while she completes her degree.
Team 30s: Naomi Koh Belic is a second-generation Australian and a first-generation university graduate with a PhD in stem cell biology. She is passionate about making science accessible and amplifying voices of minority communities. She is the creator of the health series Bimbo Biology Body Breakdown, the science drag show The Drag Experiment, and co-creator of the matchmaking experiment Love Lab. Dr Naomi was also a presenter and producer at ABC and a biology expert on Discovery Channel.
Team 40s: Aarti Betigeri is a multi-platform journalist and former foreign correspondent based in Canberra. She is a correspondent for Monocle, a columnist with the Lowy Institute's The Interpreter, and contributes to various other local and foreign media outlets. She is the editor of Growing Up Indian In Australia, and spent almost a decade living in New Delhi, from where she reported across South Asia for publications around the globe.
Team 50s: Over a career of more than 30 years in book publishing, Lou Johnson has worked with hundreds of people to shape and share their stories. She still gets a fizz of excitement every day about the power of stories to bring us together.
Team 60s: Maz Farrelly is a Keynote speaker and Business Development Expert who has worked with more A-listers than a Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon – think Beyonce, King Charles, President Trump, Usher, Mel B and many, many more. She's created and led some of the most watched and influential TV shows on earth and her content has been watched more than 8 billion times.
Team 70s: Born and bred in Melbourne, Dasha Ross is a journalist, podcaster and lifelong rule-breaker. Her first book, Big Trouble Coming, is a comedy of life-threatening errors set in Sri Lanka, published by Valentine Press. Dasha is now settled amongst the mermaids, occasional sharks and human wannabes at Bondi Beach in Sydney.
About Generation Women
Generation Women is a global storytelling movement that celebrates women’s voices across the decades.
Founded in New York in 2017, Generation Women launched in Sydney in 2018 and Melbourne in 2020. Every show features six storytellers — one from each decade of life, from her 20s to her 70s+ — sharing original stories on a shared theme.
Why Generation Women Australia?
Generation Women Australia is proudly award-winning and is the only chapter in the world to offer an ongoing membership program, giving our community even more ways to connect, belong and grow between shows.
This event is proudly presented by Generation Women Australia, founded by Donna Logue, and hosted by Charlie.
Generation Women was originally created by Georgia Clark in New York.
Event Details
📍 The Beresford
354 Bourke St, Surry Hills NSW 2016
🕢 Doors at 6:30 PM
🎤 Show at 7:00 PM
Want to Feel Even More Connected?
Membership is now closed in Sydney — but the waitlist is open!
We’re currently welcoming our newest cohort of Generation Women Australia members. To give each woman a warm welcome and 1:1 support, we’ve paused sign-ups in Sydney but you can join the waitlist here to be first in line when doors reopen.
💛 Already a member? Don’t forget to enter your discount code at checkout for $10 off your ticket.
What’s included when membership reopens:
Become a Generation Women Australia Member and be part of the story all year round.
As a member, you’ll:
✔️ Save $10 on every ticket
✔️ Access our exclusive member portal — think Netflix for women’s stories: funny, raw, and real, with video and audio from past shows you can enjoy anytime, anywhere
✔️ Join a community of women who believe in the power of showing up — for themselves and for each other
✔️ Receive 1:1 support when you join, so you feel connected and right at home in our portal and community
Generation Women Melbourne — Ladylike: Stories of Breaking the Rules, Living our Loud and Claiming Your Space
Ladylike: Stories of Breaking the Rules, Living Out Loud and Claiming Your Space
Let’s talk about what ‘ladylike’ really means. This month, you’ll hear from women who are unapologetically themselves — breaking the rules, making their own way and redefining what it means to take up space. It’s bold, it’s brave and it’s a celebration of all the ways we’re claiming our power.
💫 Our Performer Line-up
Team 20s: Grace Zhang is a Melbourne-based comedian, actor, writer and content creator. A rising star of the local scene, she’s performed at Comedy Republic, Easey’s and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Her work blends outrageous personal stories, sharp Gen Z commentary and offbeat ideas that leave you wondering, ‘genius or ridiculous?’
Team 30s: Kru Harale is a Melbourne-based comedian whose vivacious energy crackles through her routine, as she describes her stories about Indians, Australia and globe-trotting. As seen on ABC’s Win The Week, she’s performed with Kitty Flanagan, Dave O’Neil and Anne Edmonds, starred in A Star is Torn, featured in Breast of the Fest and produces Melbourne’s sold-out Asian Comedy Showcase and Comedy Roulette.
Team 40s: Emma McMillan is a former dance and drama teacher turned entrepreneur who loves a good story. Emma works as a copywriting coach and small-business mentor, building writing confidence and capacity in others. Her long-running podcast Not Just About Copy blends actionable marketing tips with insightful small business conversations.
Team 50s: Annie Lawson is a journalist/ business editor and author of the bestselling Stoic At Work and Stoic in Love: Ancient wisdom to make dating, domestic boredom and breakups a bit less terrible. She applied Stoic wisdom to the modern world of being in love, out of love, lovesick, love-bombed or just love-tired. Romance and its rocky pursuit often sucks but, fortunately, not always, and Stoics can help with getting together, staying together, or moving on. Her books have been published in the UK, US, Spain, Korea, Greece and more.
Team 60s: Peta Murray is a Naarm-based playwright turned late-blooming academic. She writes extravaganzas with preposterous titles, coins new words, collaborates on loopy approaches to memoirs, diaries and performable essays, and leads a staff choir called Hot Holler. Peta is a faux-Scot with too many hobbies, one dog, and several alter-egos.
Team 70s: Kate Rowe: Pommy by birth, Aussie by choice, ageing lesbian feminist, 78er, clean and sober 48 years, childhood sexual abuse and rape survivor, travel adventurer, health and exercise nut, retired triathlete, ukulele player, tactless direct talker and all-round pain in the butt with a sense of humour. She recently published her memoir, How the fuck would I know?.
About Generation Women
Generation Women is a global storytelling movement that celebrates women’s voices across the decades.
Founded in New York in 2017, Generation Women launched in Sydney in 2018 and Melbourne in 2020. Every show features six storytellers — one from each decade of life, from her 20s to her 70s+ — sharing original stories on a shared theme.
Why Generation Women Australia?
Generation Women Australia is proudly award-winning and is the only chapter in the world to offer an ongoing membership program, giving our community even more ways to connect, belong and grow between shows.
This event is presented by Generation Women Australia, founded by Donna Logue. The show will be hosted by Rebecca Lister.
Generation Women was originally created by Georgia Clark in New York.
Event Details
📍 Howler
7–11 Dawson St, Brunswick VIC 3056
🕢 Doors at 6:30 PM
🎤 Show at 7:00 PM
Want to Feel Even More Connected?
Membership is now closed in Melbourne — but the waitlist is open!
We’re currently welcoming our newest cohort of Generation Women Australia members. To give each woman a warm welcome and 1:1 support, we’ve paused sign-ups in Melbourne but you can join the waitlist here to be first in line when doors reopen.
💛 Already a member? Don’t forget to enter your discount code at checkout for $10 off your ticket.
What’s included when membership reopens:
Become a Generation Women Australia Member and be part of the story all year round.
As a member, you’ll:
✔️ Save $10 on every ticket
✔️ Access our exclusive member portal — think Netflix for women’s stories: funny, raw, and real, with video and audio from past shows you can enjoy anytime, anywhere
✔️ Join a community of women who believe in the power of showing up — for themselves and for each other
✔️ Receive 1:1 support when you join, so you feel connected and right at home in our portal and community