A learn-to-drive program in south-east Queensland is empowering refugee and migrant women by tackling the barriers they face in obtaining a driver's licence.
The Women at the Wheel program was created by Access Community Services in Logan last year and helps women gain the required knowledge and practical experience of Australian road rules to gain a provisional Queensland driver's licence.
Access client services general manager Kenny Duke said it was important women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds had the opportunity to learn the road rules in a comfortable environment.
Ms Duke said many of the participants were women at risk or single mums who were trying to support themselves and their families.