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7th of November 2024

Promoting the political participation of young women and girls: Pathways to Politics at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference

NSW Pathways to Politics Director Professor Rosalind Dixon joined the Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians Network panel “Promoting the Political Participation of Young Women and Girls,” sharing insights from Pathways to Politics for Women.
14th of October 2024

43 Pathways to Politics alums stand in Victorian local elections, reflecting our significant national momentum

From Baw Baw to Bayside, an extraordinary 43 alums of the Pathways to Politics for Women program are running in this month’s Victorian local council elections.
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8th of October 2024

Queensland Pathways to Politics graduates to contest state election

14 Pathways to Politics alums have announced they will run for a seat in the Queensland parliament on October 26.

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Behind every great leader: Sarah Hanson-Young and Kora Young

Behind every great leader is our series exploring the realities of campaigning & political life on female politicians, their families and loved ones. Here we speak to Senator Sarah Hanson-Young and her daughter Kora.

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Recommendations for your pathway to politics: Laurie Zio

Laurie Zio – CDU Pathways to Politics alum and Country Liberal Party candidate for Fannie Bay – gives her recommendations for content to set you on your pathway to politics.

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Recommendations for your pathway to politics: Soëlily Consen-Lynch

Soëlily Consen-Lynch – Pathways to Politics ACT alum and ACT Greens Candidate for Yerrabi – gives her recommendations for content to set you on your pathway to politics.

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Recommendations for your pathway to politics: Heidi Prowse OAM

Heidi Prowse OAM – Pathways to Politics ACT alum and ACT Labor Candidate for Ginninderra – gives her recommendations for content to set you on your pathway to politics.

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