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Content Theme: Family

Photo of Jacinda Ardern smiling, wearing sunglasses and hugging a woman in multicoloured blouse
21st of April 2023

The ‘otherness’ of Jacinda Ardern

How did Jacinda Ardern do politics differently? Professor of Politics Jennifer Curtin analyses the former Aotearoa New Zealand PM’s approach to politics, which emphasised empathy, collaboration, and compassion.
Four female panelists holding microphones, seated on stage.
29th of March 2023

Celebrating women in leadership: panel discussion

Why does increasing women’s representation in politics matter, and how is Pathways to Politics a part of accelerating this shift? Featuring Carol Schwartz AO, Elizabeth Lee MLA and Gai Brodtmann, hosted by University of Canberra.
Photo of Sally Sitou MP smiling, suburban shopping strip in the background
28th of March 2023

Parenting and public life: a panel discussion

How can sitting politicians achieve a family-work balance & break down the barriers that women face in achieving equal representation in politics? A candid panel discussion with Sally Sitou MP (Pathways to Politics alum), Hon Andrew Leigh MP & Elizabeth Lee MLA.
Photo of a woman holding a baby in parliament
3rd of March 2022

Representing care: toward a more family-friendly parliament

Instituting structural reforms to allow Parliament to accommodate those with caring responsibilities is crucial to ensuring that Australia can achieve a gender equal Parliament. This report proposes five amendments to make Parliament more ‘care-friendly’ and accessible.
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