Women's shed ex-board member banned over alleged transphobic comments
A former board member of the Ballarat Women's Shed has been banned for allegedly making anti-transgender comments. The individual was asked to leave the premises after spreading misinformation about transgender members. The Women's Shed remains committed to being a safe and inclusive space for all members.
- ▪The former board member was evicted after making discriminatory comments about transgender individuals.
- ▪Women's Shed Ballarat president stated that authorities would be called if the individual returned.
- ▪The organization reassured members of its commitment to inclusivity and safety for all members.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 06:02:59 +0000 |
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Former women's shed board member banned from group for alleged transphobic comments By Eden HynninenABC BallaratTopic:LGBTQIA+Fri 29 May 2026 at 4:02pmFri 29 May 2026 at 4:02pmFri 29 May 2026 at 4:02pmAn ex-board member of the Ballarat Women's Shed has been accused of allegedly making anti-transgender comments. (ABC News: Charlotte Wilkes)In short: A former board member of the Women's Shed in Ballarat has been accused of making anti-transgender comments at a meeting this week. The former member was allegedly asked to leave the building and informed that authorities would be called if she returned.
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