Pathways to Politics for Women

📝 NEW: McKinnon Poll: Understanding partisanship, polarisation and social cohesion in Australia 2024 The latest McKinnon Poll offers fresh insights into the state of political partisanship, polarisation, and social cohesion across Australia. See how different groups view challenging policy issues, perceptions of political parties, and levels of trust in democracy and institutions. 📖 Read the full findings: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gUucX-JY Susan McKinnon Foundation #Partisanship #SocialCohesion #McKinnonPoll

Everyday sexism is a persistent obstacle for women in politics, from the campaign trail to the chambers of parliaments and councils 🙅♀️ It shows up in off-hand remarks, undermines expertise and reinforces outdated stereotypes – making it harder for women to lead, be heard, and stay visible in public life. 🌟 New on the Pathways to Politics Knowledge Hub: Leadership communications expert Amanda Gome AM shares her strategies for recognising and countering these pervasive behaviours, with practical tips drawn from her decades of experience. 💡 Explore actionable advice and tools for overcoming everyday sexism. Read Part 1 of the series here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gvswWbR2 #EveryDaySexism #Sexism #WomenInPolitics #WomenInLeadership #GenderEquality

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History was made last week as three QUT (Queensland University of Technology) Pathways to Politics alums were sworn into the Queensland parliament, helping Queensland reach a historic milestone - not only its 100th woman in parliament, but its 110th! 🌟 💪 A huge congratulations to our newly elected alums: Dr Barbara O’Shea MP (South Brisbane), Natalie Marr MP (Thuringowa) and Assistant Minister Bree James MP (Barron River). 👏 We also celebrate all the Pathways to Politics alums who ran in the Queensland state election and across the country this year, showcasing their incredible dedication, determination, and leadership. 👏 All together, 120 alums ran for office at local, state and territory levels in 2024, with 49 successfully elected. What an incredible wave of momentum! 🚀 Read the full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/gcPm5dpQ #PathwaysToPolitics #WomenInPolitics #QueenslandParliament Professor Vicky Browning Rachel Britton Sarah Buckley Dr Meredith Martin Women's Leadership Institute Australia

We’re celebrating the incredible legacy of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation as it closes after 25 years of trailblazing work in the US 👏👏 BLFF’s important research and insights have shaped the conversation about women’s leadership and advancing gender parity in American politics. Their impact has also inspired and supported countless organisations globally - including Pathways to Politics. We’ve been privileged to learn from their work and collaborate with their team over many years. A special thanks to Amanda H. for her leadership in this space. Thank you to Barbara Lee and everyone involved for your vision, dedication, and leadership. Your work has created a ripple effect that will benefit generations of women, and we’re honoured to carry the torch forward here in Australia 🌟 We highly recommend exploring BLFF's research - it’s packed with practical insights that resonate well beyond the US. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gX5-wN8t Women's Leadership Institute Australia Sarah Buckley Dr Meredith Martin

🎥 Our 2024 Year in Review highlights reel. What a year it’s been for Pathways to Politics for Women! ✨ We expanded to become a fully national program with new programs launched in Western Australia and Tasmania, welcoming 157 participants across Australia this year. 🎉 120 incredible alums ran for election, with 49 of them successfully elected!! 🤝 55 alums were matched with experienced political mentors, helping them boost their readiness to run for office. Congratulations to our 2024 cohorts and alums on your remarkable achievements this year – you are driving change and shaping the future of politics 👏 Thank you to all of our brilliant partner universities, program staff, advisory committees, guest speakers, mentors and others who supported us in 2024. We are so proud of the remarkable progress we’ve made together as a community this year. As we look ahead to celebrating our 10 year anniversary in 2025, we’re more energised than ever to continue our work of empowering diverse women to boldly embrace their political ambitions, thrive as leaders, and drive meaningful change. #PathwaysToPolitics #2024Highlights #WomenInPolitics University of Melbourne QUT (Queensland University of Technology) UNSW Law & Justice UNSW Charles Darwin University University of Adelaide University of Canberra University of Tasmania The University of Western Australia Carol Schwartz AO Dr Meredith Martin Sarah Buckley Arielle Rutman Women's Leadership Institute Australia Erin O'Loughlin Rachel Brown Professor Vicky Browning Rachel Britton Rosalind Dixon Marian Iskander Elisabeth Perham Ruth Wallace Anna Olijnyk Dr Peta Spyrou Anne Carter Leonora Risse Dr Evelyne Meier Clare Feenan David Gilchrist Assoc. Prof. Paul J. Maginn Katy Cooper Kate Huntington

#PathwaysToPolitics 2024 alum Anasina Gray-Barberio has made history as the first-ever Pasifika MP in the Victorian Parliament. She joins six other incredible Pathways alums serving in the Victorian Parliament, representing five different political parties. In her powerful maiden speech, Anasina honoured her Samoan heritage and family, while passionately advocating for the concerns of her diverse constituency. We were proud to be there to support Anasina and witness this brilliant milestone. Congratulations, Anasina! 👏👏 📷 Photo: Anasina giving her stump speech in parliament as part of the Pathways to Politics program last month. You can hear an interview and snippets of Anasina's maiden speech in this ABC story: 🔗 Victoria's first Pasifika MP salutes family ties in her maiden speech - https://lnkd.in/gVXP57nR

🌟 2024 Queensland cohort: More highlights from Speeches in Parliament! 🌟 It was an incredible day worth revisiting - this time with brand new photos! 📸 Our #PathwaysToPolitics QUT (Queensland University of Technology) participants took to the floor of the Queensland Parliament to deliver their stump speeches this September, sharing their bold political visions on issues that matter deeply to them and their communities. 🎤💬 A big thank you again to Queensland Parliament House and all our panellists, supporters, advisory committee members and speakers who continue to inspire and guide our participants. Madonna King, Aubrey Warren, Nyree Slatter, Margaret De Wit OAM, Hon Mary Crawford, Hon Yvette D’Ath, the Hon Joan Sheldon AM, Jackie Trad, Sallyanne Atkinson AO, Juliette Wright OAM, Ann Sherry AO, Margaret Sheil AO, Robina Xavier, Sally Dillon, Women's Leadership Institute Australia, Sarah Buckley, Dr Meredith Martin. And thank you to the brilliant QUT Pathways to Politics team Professor Vicky Browning and Rachel Britton 👏 Claire Carlin, Danielle Shankey, Hannah Boon, Jenna Schroeder, Zoe Andolfatto MAICD QUTeX Professional and Executive Education #WomenInPolitics #GenderEquality #Queensland

In what's being hailed as the start of a family-friendly parliament, the Victorian Parliament House building will soon have a dedicated childcare space 👏 👏 Unlike Canberra's Parliament House, which has provided onsite childcare since 2009 for MPs and staffers, Victoria's state parliament currently has no childcare facilities. 🗨️ "Historically, this building wasn't designed for women MPs, let alone children, and that needs to change." - Speaker The Hon Maree Edwards MP 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_Vu3KfM

On October 24th, I had the incredible opportunity to deliver a speech in the Victorian Parliament as part of the Pathways to Politics program for women. This experience was truly enriching—not just because I had the chance to speak, but because I listened to the inspiring stories of other women who, like me, have been driven by their life experiences to step forward into public life. My heartfelt thanks go to the amazing team at Pathways to Politics for Women for this opportunity and to the Trawalla Foundation for their support, as well as to @unimelb for backing this initiative. Pathways to Politics for Women Trawalla Foundation @melbourneuniversity