Strong, Grey Women

For older women, a lifetime of gender inequality can intersect with gendered ageism to create significant inequalities - including poverty, homelessness, violence and abuse. The Strong, Grey Women project aims to raise awareness of the inequalities for older women - to help create momentum for change. An estimated 75% of Australian women dye their hair - this is unsurprising given women with grey hair can experience stigma, feel invisible and be viewed as less competent.

Aims 

The aims of the Strong, Grey Women project are to help promote equality for older women by:
  • Supporting women to identify and consolidate their strengths - and protect themselves from ageism
  • Raising awareness of gendered ageism and gender inequalities for older women
  • Raising awareness of the strategies to promote respect and equality for older women.

How to Participate

There are two ways to participate. These are outlined below. If you would like more information about the project and how to participate, please contact us using the information at the bottom of the page.  
Women in Victoria participating
We are looking for 10 women (all ages), who live in Victoria, who currently dye their hair because they are greying and are willing stop dying their hair for a year, be photographed and share their experiences publicly. Pair up with a Bestie and we will work with you to explore your strengths and protecting yourself against internalised ageism. 
Check out the info sheet for more details here. 
Australia wide participation 
We have been absolutely delighted that so many women have made contact with offers to share photos and messages of solidarity to women going grey. We would love you to share your photograph and message - please download the information sheet to find out how to share your story and photo. We would welcome participation from all genders.
​Download the information about sharing here.

Gallery

We look forward to sharing photos and stories with here you soon. 

Contact the Team

If you would like more information, please contact the project team using the information provided below

Project partners

The project is a collaboration between Celebrate Ageing Ltd and Elder Rights Australia and is supported by the Victorian Women's Trust and we are looking forward to working with photographer Breeana Dunbar.