Leadership and community

• Centenary of suffrage
  • Great Queensland women from our past
  • History
    • Key players
    • Support and opposition
    • Timeline of suffrage
    • What the legislation said
  • Indigenous rights
    • The Act
    • Fighting for rights
  • Resources for schools
• National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women's Gathering (NATSIWG)
• International Women's Day
• Seminars
  • Community leadership seminar series
  • Indigenous Women's Mentoring Workshops
  • Previous seminars
• Women into local government
  • Resources
• Women on Boards
  • For organisations
  • For women
  • Register of nominees

Women into Local Government

In Queensland only 30% of all elected councillors and 15% of mayors are women.

Women bring a unique perspective and a high level of skills and expertise to local government while also having a great sense of what's going on in the community.

The experience women gain in local government can stand them in good stead for ongoing career development and further leadership roles.

However, many factors influence women's choice about participating in this form of community leadership - attitudes, personal characteristics, finances, and competing responsibilities.

There are several publications and web resources which may help you to find out more about running for local council.