Pathways to Politics for Women opens applications as demand grows for trusted leaders
Source: UNIMEB
As public trust in politics remains fragile and Australians continue to call for leadership that reflects integrity, capability and lived experience, Pathways to Politics for Women has opened applications for its nationally recognised program.
Since its establishment 10 years ago, the program has supported 92 electoral successes nationally, demonstrating a proven pathway for women who are serious about driving change through political leadership. 62 alums are currently serving in parliaments and councils across Australia.
“Strong democracies depend on leaders who are well-prepared for office, driven by their values and deeply connected to their communities,” said Dr Meredith Martin, Program Director at the University of Melbourne and National Co-Convenor of Pathways to Politics for Women.
“At the University of Melbourne, where Pathways to Politics for Women first began, we have seen the impact of investing in women’s political leadership over the past decade. Seven Victorian alums, across different five parties, currently sit in the Victorian Parliament, with a further two in federal parliament and 19 in local government. These outcomes reflect not only the strength of the program, but the depth of preparation and multipartisan support that enables women to step forward and succeed.”
As public trust in politics remains fragile and Australians continue to call for leadership that reflects integrity, capability and lived experience, Pathways to Politics for Women has opened applications for its nationally recognised program.
Since its establishment 10 years ago, the program has supported 92 electoral successes nationally, demonstrating a proven pathway for women who are serious about driving change through political leadership. 62 alums are currently serving in parliaments and councils across Australia.
“Strong democracies depend on leaders who are well-prepared for office, driven by their values and deeply connected to their communities,” said Dr Meredith Martin, Program Director at the University of Melbourne and National Co-Convenor of Pathways to Politics for Women.
“At the University of Melbourne, where Pathways to Politics for Women first began, we have seen the impact of investing in women’s political leadership over the past decade. Seven Victorian alums, across different five parties, currently sit in the Victorian Parliament, with a further two in federal parliament and 19 in local government. These outcomes reflect not only the strength of the program, but the depth of preparation and multipartisan support that enables women to step forward and succeed.”