Applications open until 1 May 2024 at 11:59pm

Changing the face of politics

Boldly embrace your political ambition
practical training – workshops – mentoring – career-long support

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Programs available in:

Victoria
University of Melbourne
Queensland
QUT
New South Wales
UNSW Sydney
Northern Territory
Charles Darwin University
South Australia
University of Adelaide
Australian Capital Territory
University of Canberra
Western Australia
University of Western Australia
Tasmania
University of Tasmania

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11th of April 2024

QUT Pathways to Politics for Women alums blitz local government elections

Momentum is building for political change with a new wave of women elected to lead communities across Queensland, thanks to the QUT Pathways to Politics for Women program.
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4th of April 2024

Knowledge hub roundup: April 2024

What’s new to the Knowledge Hub – including three exclusive Pathways to Politics videos: An information video for First Nations women, a discussion on LGBTQI+ women in politics featuring Minister Harriet Shing and Pride Centre Director Dr Judy Tang, and insights from Carmen Lawrence AO, Senator Linda Reynolds & Kate Chaney MP at the launch of our WA program. Plus eSafety resources, and new Australian and international research on women’s political participation.
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4th of April 2024

Dreaming of a life in politics? Apply now!

The University of Canberra’s Pathways to Politics for Women program is paving the way to greater female political representation.

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Pathways Knowledge Hub

Practical tools, information and inspiration to support your run for public office

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Featured Knowledge Hub Resources

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First Nations  

Pathways to politics for First Nations women

A special information video for First Nations women. Learn how and why to apply for the Pathways to Politics program, and hear firsthand insights from program alums Donisha Duff OAM (Queensland Indigenous Business Network) and Sue-Anne Hunter (Deputy Chair Yoorrook Justice Commission). Co-presented with Politics in Colour.

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LGBTQ+  

LGBTQI+ political panel: breaking barriers and building allies

Representation of LGBTQI+ people in our parliaments is slowly increasing, but it doesn’t yet reflect the rich diversity of the community itself. This Pathways to Politics discussion brought together Minister the Hon Harriet Shing, Pride Centre Director Dr Judy Tang & Candidate for Kew Lucy Skelton to share their reflections and suggestions for ways to contribute to positive cultural change.

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Political participation  

Opportunities for women in politics: Insights from Carmen Lawrence AO, Senator Linda Reynolds & Kate Chaney MP

Keynote speakers Professor Carmen Lawrence AO, Senator the Hon. Linda Reynolds, Kate Chaney MP and Carol Schwartz AO offer profound insights and perspectives on the myriad challenges and opportunities for women politics.

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Recommendations   Program alum  

Recommendations for your pathway to politics: Charlotte Mortlock

UNSW Pathways to Politics alum and Hilma’s Network Founder Charlotte Mortlock gives her recommendations for content to set you on your pathway to politics.

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