About the AWAP

The Australian Women's Archives Program (AWAP) is an initiative of the National Foundation for Australian Women. AWAP builds knowledge and recognition of the contribution made by women through an online biographical Register.

Winter Tales is an annual series of talks held every winter, and these events raise funds to support the Register's development.

About Genevieve Jacobs AM

Genevieve Jacobs AM has been a journalist for 30 years, working in print, radio and digital media. She was a longtime ABC Canberra presenter, Group Editor for Region Media and is now the CEO of Hands Across Canberra, the ACT's community foundation.

Genevieve is a director of the Cultural Facilities Corporation, the Southern NSW and ACT Regional Development Australia board and the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture.

She chairs the Canberra International Music Festival and has an enduring interest in building and strengthening community engagement.

In 2021, she was made a Member of the Order of Australia in recognition of her services to broadcasting and the community.