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We recently hosted an In Conversation with the Hon. Shelley Hancock MP, Minister for Local Government and Member for South Coast. She spoke about her path into politics, the importance of the different perspectives women bring to decision-making, and the importance of...

Summary:  Women for Election Australia (WFEA) is looking for a passionate, engaging new Chair to lead the exponential growth of the organisation. Supported by a hard-working Board, an experienced and highly-driven CEO and a volunteer secretariat, the new Chair will...

Women have made their mark in this week’s historic US Presidential election. The daughter of Jamaican and Indian parents who migrated to the US, Kamala Harris will be the first woman, and the first person of colour, to hold the office of Vice President in the United...

We recenlty hosted an In Conversation with Cathy McGowan. Whenever anyone tells you that only the big parties or star candidates have a chance of winning a seat in federal parliament, just say ‘Cathy McGowan’. Cathy McGowan came to national attention when she won the...

Much has been written about the impact of the COVID-induced recession and its disproportionate impact on women. Where previous economic downturns have hit male-dominant sectors heavily, 2020 has seen female-dominated industries such as hospitality, administrative...

Women for Election Australia CEO, Licia Heath, recently interviewed Nicolle Flint, MP Federal Member for Boothby. As promised, we recorded the conversation to help inspire your journey into the political arena. Hear about how she got into politics and the issues that...

"I’m convinced that when we have more women in our Parliaments, who are contributing to the decision making, we will have more inclusive policies, fairer budgets and greater bi-partisanship.” - @Licia Heath, CEO, WFEA #Budget2020 #AusPol #crediblewomen If you're...

Women for Election Australia Director, Kat Henaway recently interviewed Lidia Thorpe, Greens Senator for Victoria. As promised, we recorded the conversation so that everyone can be inspired by Lidia's journey to the senate, her strength and vision. We look forward to...

ANNOUNCEMENT: Women for Election Australia is partnering with the NSW Government to EQUIP more women to run in Local Government elections. If you've ever considered running for public office, this is a great place to start.  Our highly practical EQUIP program...

Sam Mostyn has a long history of governance roles across business, sport, the arts, policy, diversity, indigenous and women’s affairs, and the not-for-profit sectors. In a recent conversation with Kurt Fearnley, she made a galvanising case for diversity in leadership....

Women for Election Australia and Women’s Agenda recently had an online conversation. ‘Gender and Politics’ is a hot topic right now, with the success of female lead countries concerning the current global health crisis, the recent release of Julia Gillard and Ngozi...

Women for Election Australia CEO, Licia Heath recently interviewed Julia Banks, former Federal Member for Chisholm. As promised, we recorded the conversation so that everyone can be inspired by Julia's journey through federal politics. We look forward to seeing what...

It was early in the summer of 1974, and the Watergate hearings in Washington, DC were in full swing. News of the existence of White House tapes created an unstoppable wave, leading to then-President Richard Nixon’s historic resignation on August 9. As a congressional...

Licia spoke with Ken Sutcliffe on 30 July 2020 about encouraging and equipping women to run for local elections. Video supplied by 2MG. This video was originally posted on the 2MG Facebook page. If you’re already aware of the great work we do at WFEA, please share...

Women for Election Australia CEO, Licia Heath recently interviewed Zali Steggall OAM, Independent Federal Member for Warringah. The event was sold out, and as promised, we recorded the conversation so that everyone can get a peek inside the Canberra bubble. Watch and...

Women and Leadership, co-authored by Julia Gillard and acclaimed development economist Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, combines research with interviews with some of the world’s extraordinary women leaders. They spoke with Jacinda Ardern, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Bachelet,...

Women for Election Australia CEO, Licia Heath recently interviewed Karen Porter, Independant Candidate in the Eden-Monaro by-election. Karen Porter has worked for 22 years in both Local and Federal Government and is running as an Independent in the Eden-Monaro...

Women for Election Australia CEO, Licia Heath recently interviewed Nadia Saleh, currently serving as a local councillor for the Canterbury-Bankstown Council. Nadia was elected as the Deputy Mayor in September 2017-2018 and is an executive member on the Board of the...

WFEA joins the urgent call for racial justice here in Australia and stands in solidarity with the #BlackLivesMatters movements. Over the past week, we have seen tens of thousands of Australians protest online and on the streets to demand an end to the racism and...

Today we held an online discussion with Dai Le, councillor on Fairfield City Council, one of the most culturally diverse Councils in Australia. She is also an Advisory Board Member to Multicultural NSW, a Government statutory body and Director on the local Government...

 We are delighted to announce Sue Cato as a new Ambassador of Women for Election Australia. Not only is Sue a leader in her profession and a generous philanthropist, but she understands the critical need to have more women at the decision making table in our...