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In conversation with Sarah Hanson-Young

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16 June 2021

In this special ‘in conversation’ recording (originally a Pathways to Politics alums event) Carol Schwartz AO speaks to Sarah Hanson-Young, Greens Senator for South Australia and the youngest woman to be elected to federal parliament.

Sarah shares her thoughts about the treatment of women and workplace culture in Parliament House, Brittany Higgins, toxic masculinity and the role of the media. She also talks about collaborating with women from all sides of politics and the future of women in Australian politics.

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