Don’t Leave It All to the Men: Stories of Women in Local Government

Don’t Leave It All to the Men: Stories of Women in Local Government
Podcast Description
The podcast showcases stories from women who have had experience of being involved in local body government roles in Waitaha Canterbury. The women talk about why they decided to stand, about their election campaign and their and what it has been like for them as they fulfill their role as a local body government representative. They talk about the importance of having women in local body government and encourage other women to consider standing.
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Centers on women's experiences in local government within Waitaha Canterbury, featuring episodes like Sara Templeton's reflections on public service challenges, Marie Pollisco's insights on balancing advocacy with decision-making, and Vicky Southworth's motivations for seeking leadership roles.

The podcast showcases stories from women who have had experience of being involved in local body government roles in Waitaha Canterbury. The women talk about why they decided to stand, about their election campaign and their and what it has been like for them as they fulfill their role as a local body government representative. They talk about the importance of having women in local body government and encourage other women to consider standing.
Current city councillor, Sara Templeton for Mayor shares her journey from being elected to the Hagley-Ferrymead Community Board in 2013, the highs and lows of public service and the challenges she sees for women in politics. For more on Sara’s vision for Ōtautahi visit: https://www.saratempleton.nz/

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