STEP 1

Are you eligible? Pink Boots membership is open to women and non binary individuals who meet the following qualifications:

• Current fermentation industry professionals who are actively employed and receiving a wage from a fermentation industry

• Retired (with a minimum of 15 years) from a career in a fermentation industry

• Women who are in the process of opening a production/manufacturing venue, hospitality venue or other fermentation-focused establishments

• Women who are students currently enrolled in a fermentation industry focused/accredited program.

STEP 2

Join us! Registrations and payments are handled through the Pink Boots Society US website - but don’t let that put you off! Simply click the button below, select the membership type that suits you (whether you’re already working in the industry or currently studying), fill out the form, and note that you’re joining the Australian chapter.

If you have any questions before signing up, we’re always happy to help - just get in touch!

After signing up, you’ll be added to the US newsletter. If it’s not relevant to you or you’d rather not receive it, feel free to unsubscribe at any time.

Step 3

Get involved! Make the most of your membership by connecting with other women and non-binary folks in our community. Join our Members Only Facebook group, follow us on Instagram, or reach out via email anytime if you have questions or ideas.

We’re also working on launching a regular newsletter to keep you in the loop - and you’ll always find updates on sponsorships, events, and opportunities on our social channels.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN

Scholarships

Pink Boots offers scholarships to support you in advancing your education and career. Each year approx. $25k is granted across scholarships, in person convention attendance and online.

In 2025 we offered scholarships to attend the IBD Convention in Hobart and the WABA Conference in Fremantle, including supporting members with travel. In 2026, following the successful ‘Full Colour Life’-Workshops, Pink Boots will be offering a member two mentoring sessions with Jayne Lewis.

Australian Pink Boots members are eligible to apply for US scholarships, so make sure to check them out on the US Pinks Boots website here.

PATHWAY TO JUDGING

The Pathway to Judging program helps women and non-binary members build the skills and confidence to become qualified beer judges through sensory training and mentoring from industry professionals.

So far, we’ve supported over 30 Pink Boots Society members to take part as Associate Judges - many of whom have since become full judges. We’re passionate about maintaining the integrity of beer awards and ensuring judges can provide valuable, informed feedback to brewers. This program gives our members the tools, knowledge, and confidence to do just that.

MENTORING

In 2025, Pink Boots Society Australia partnered with Full Colour Life to launch a national mentoring program connecting women and non-binary professionals with industry leaders across brewing, cider, wine, and beyond. The six-month program supports career growth, leadership development, and meaningful connections - empowering the next generation of fermentation industry leaders.

NETWORKING & EDUCATION

Pink Boots Society connects members through fun and educational experiences - from hop farm tours and sensory sessions to trivia nights and more. Our events are all about learning, sharing knowledge, and building meaningful connections across the fermentation industry.

Check out what events we’ve got coming up!

BREW DAYS

Collaboration brew days continue to be at the heart of what Pink Boots Society Australia does - bringing together women and non-binary people across the fermentation industry to learn, connect, and create.

In 2025 we have hosted 5 collaboration brew days across the country, with more in the works thanks to the generosity of our brewery partners. Each brew day is an opportunity for members to get hands-on experience, share knowledge, and build stronger industry networks. Our annual brew days are some of our biggest social events for the year in each state, providing invaluable education and networking opportunities. They are also vital to our fundraising for scholarships to benefit our Pink Boots members.