Working together to shape our future
The Victorian Pride Centre (VPC) is proud to be guided and supported by a number of dedicated committees and working groups. These advisory bodies play a vital role in ensuring the Centre remains vibrant, inclusive, well-governed, and responsive to the needs of our diverse LGBTIQA+ communities.
Each committee brings together passionate and skilled individuals who offer expertise across key areas—from community engagement and fundraising, to venue management and the visual arts. They collaborate closely with the VPC Board and CEO to help us grow, evolve, and deliver on our mission.
Their contributions are essential. These committees help us stay accountable, financially sustainable, culturally dynamic, and deeply connected to the communities we serve.
Our Key Committees and Working Groups
Community Engagement Working Group (CEWG)
The CEWG ensures the Centre reflects and responds to the needs of all LGBTIQA+ people. This group provides feedback to the VPC Board and CEO on the building, its operations, and community engagement initiatives.
What they do:
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Represent diverse voices within our LGBTIQA+ Community
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Advise on how to make the Pride Centre more inclusive and responsive
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Provide diverse community perspectives on Pride Centre development and programs
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Support stronger engagement across a wide range of identities and lived experiences
Who can join:
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Individuals from LGBTIQA+ communities (not representing organisations)
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People with strong community connections, a collaborative mindset, and a deep understanding of current LGBTIQA+ issues
Meetings: Quarterly
Membership: Voluntary
*This committee was previously names the CRG – Community Reference Group
Fundraising and Engagement Committee (FEC)
The FEC strengthens the Pride Centre’s external relationships and fundraising efforts—both of which are critical to our long-term sustainability and impact.
What they do:
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Provide strategic advice on stakeholder engagement (e.g. with government, donors, corporate partners, and sponsors)
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Help shape VPC’s fundraising strategy across donations, bequests, grants, and partnerships
Membership: Voluntary, through expressions of interest or direct appointment. Members bring expertise and networks that help grow VPC’s reach and financial resilience.
Venue, Facilities and Activation Committee
This committee advises on the day-to-day and long-term management of our building as a community space, event venue, and landmark for LGBTIQA+ pride.
What they do:
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Guide planning for capital works and venue development
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Oversee policies around venue usage and activation strategies
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Advise on property matters, including financial sustainability
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Support management of liquor licensing and compliance
Visual Arts Working Group (VWG)
The VWG helps bring the Centre’s walls to life by guiding our visual arts programming. This group ensures that art across the Centre reflects and celebrates LGBTIQA+ stories and identities.
What they do:
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Recommend and support visual art exhibitions and installations
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Collaborate with the Venue Manager on curation and operations
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Help activate our gallery spaces with vibrant, inclusive visual art
Other Committees
In addition to the above, the Pride Centre is supported by several other expert committees that focus on key areas of governance and operations:
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Governance, People and Culture Committee – Supports strong organisational governance and a thriving workplace culture
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Gifts Committee – Provides guidance on gift acceptance, recognition, and donor stewardship
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Audit and Risk Committee – Oversees financial health, compliance, and risk management
Why Our Committees Matter
These committees and working groups are more than just advisory bodies—they are an extension of the community’s voice, values, and vision. Their work ensures the Victorian Pride Centre continues to thrive as a beacon of pride, safety, creativity, and belonging.
Thank you to all our committee members—past and present—for your commitment and impact.