women in politics

In just over three years, Dawn Nicholas has been actively involved in three election campaigns and one referendum. Here’s why she did it.

The start of this new parliament – one with more women than ever before – is the perfect moment for a reset.

Mark Latham’s remarks about women reflect a broader attitude that sees gender equality as a distraction rather than a necessity.

Jennifer Geerlings-Simons has been elected as the first female president of the South American nation, Suriname. 

The suggestion by Angus Taylor that gender quotas “subvert democracy” reflects a narrow understanding of what true democratic representation means.

What better way to celebrate thw achievement of gender parity in parliament than through a women’s summit this term.

Emma Hurst calls on NSW Premier Chris Minns to assure the people of NSW that he will not support the Shooters Party.

Liberal leader Sussan Ley has defended her decision to reduce the number of women in the opposition’s shadow cabinet compared to last term. 

It is not possible to prove that sexism is the real reason underlying an event like the Coalition split. But it’s far too big a coincidence.

Australia’s cabinet has improved on gender equality, but parliament still lacks genuine diversity across culture, disability, and age.

Australia’s most gender-diverse parliament must now turn promises into real action to improve safety for women and children.

The “glass cliff” applies to women who are elevated to leadership in times of crisis, meaning they are perceived as having a high probability of failure.