❓ Hon Adele Farina asks about strategies to encourage women in local government. The Department admits it has no specific strategies but will consider initiatives.
AnsweredQoN 2127Legislative Council
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I refer to the representation of women in local government, and I ask what strategies does the Department of Local Government and Communities have in place to encourage and prepare women to run for election to local government?
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Answered
2 December 2014
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health representing the Minister for Local Government
Response time
40 days
The Department of Local Government and Communities does not have any specific strategies in place to encourage and prepare women to run for election to local government; however, the Department will be considering initiatives in line with the Women's Interests portfolio which support women's leadership.
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