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Why running for office was one of the most positive experiences of Licia Heath’s life
Originally published on Money Magazine on Friday 17 September 2021 Licia Heath is passionate about encouraging more women to participate in politics. As CEO of WOMEN FOR ELECTION, a non-partisan group committed to increasing the number of women in public office, she works inspire and equip them with the skills to run. Heath has…
Women Leading Locally targets ‘voters looking for women’s names on ballots’ in 2024 local elections
Article by Katherine Smyrk After the federal election led to a record number of women elevated to positions of power, Licia Heath is hoping to see an impact on a local level. Key points: Wangaratta was identified as one of 30 areas that had low numbers of women in local government A fellowship is being…
The West Australian: Government’s $5m boost to get more women in politics from all parties
Article by Katina Curtis, originally published in The West Australian on 3 April The Government has handed over $5 million to train thousands of women to run for politics — even those from opposing parties — as part of a push to make Australian parliaments more representative of the community. Women for Election is leading a group…
Radio: ABC NewsRadi. Culture change can be created by more women in leadership positions
Jenny Morris, Founder & Chair, Women for Election Australia spoke to ABC NewsRadio’s Thomas Oriti about the barriers women experience when trying to enter politics. Join the conversation with Women for Election and get elected. We are here to help you. This interview was originally published on the ABC NewsRadio website. Share this post:
Women’s Agenda: A $5 million push to get more women running for office in Australia
Article originally published on Women’s Agenda The past year has seen a significant shift in Australian politics that has to a large extent been influenced by women putting their hands up to run for office. Now we could be set to see a lot more. A consortium led by Women for Election (WFE) alongside gender-specialist…
Radio: 2BS Live & Local. Licia Heath, WFE CEO with Jac Underwood
Licia Heath, CEO of Women for Election spoke with Jac Underwood on Live & Local, 12 – 4 pm Weekdays, about the launch of powerlikeyouveneverseen.org. Listen to their discussion now: /wp-content/uploads/2022/02/LiciaHeath-LIVEANDLOCAL-1.mp4 Watch the POWER LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN video here… Listen to more radio interviews in our media section. Share this radio: