Young women across rural and remote Northern Territory have the opportunity to meet with Australia’s top politicians, CEOs and Defence leaders through an initiative launched this week.
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Country to Canberra is unveiling its 2016 leadership competition, which awards winners with an all-expenses paid ‘Power Trip’ to Canberra.
CEO Hannah Wandel says it’s a once-in-a lifetime leadership opportunity that will help empower the next generation of rural female leaders.
“Winners will tour Parliament, meet inspiring leaders, receive public speaking training from organisations like TEDx, receive a long-term mentor and get their work published nationally.
“In past years, young women have met with Julie Bishop, Tanya Plibersek, Fiona Nash, Jacqui Lambie, Barnaby Joyce and more.”
Ms Wandel says to enter, students just need to submit a two-minute video, podcast or 400 words answering the 2016 question: Why is gender equality important to you and your community?
“It’s specifically aimed at Year 10-12 girls, and excitingly, at least 10 students from rural or remote schools are guaranteed to win.
“We’re helping young women in these communities, as we know distance, telecommunications and funding barriers can make life tough for country students.
“Pairing these issues with gender discrimination, Australia’s pay gap, and the under-representation of women in politics and business leadership, we want to combat inequality and ensure young rural women are empowered.
“We encourage parents and schools to pass the competition on to any girl who could benefit.”
The competition closes on September 9. For more information, visit the Country to Canberra website: http://countrytocanberra.com.au/enter-the-competition/
Sally Gall
Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.
Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.
