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26th of April 2024

OPINION: The Hope of Higgins

The federal election in Higgins, in which four Pathways to Politics alums are running, is shaping up to be a tough contest – but one that gives real hope for Australian democracy and the role of women in it, writes Professor Rosalind Dixon, Director of the UNSW Pathways to Politics for Women program

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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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 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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