Former Australian Senator on Upcoming Election

Former Australian Senator on Upcoming Election

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The video discusses the slow progress in achieving gender parity in Australian politics, highlighting the challenges women face, such as outdated cultural norms and lack of representation. It emphasizes the importance of encouraging young women to engage in politics and the role of allyship in fostering change. The discussion also covers the impact of gender equality on elections and the need for cultural and institutional reforms to ensure diverse representation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main issues highlighted in the first section regarding gender parity in Australian parliaments?

Lack of interest in politics

Complete gender parity achieved

Outdated and toxic culture

Rapid increase in female representation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message is conveyed to young women about politics in the second section?

Politics is not for women

Give up on politics

Do not give up on politics

Politics is only for experienced individuals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the third section, which sectors in Australia are showing more progress in gender equality compared to the parliament?

Education and healthcare

Corporate and sports

Technology and finance

Agriculture and mining

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as crucial for achieving gender equality in the final section?

Higher taxes

Longer election campaigns

Increased female representation

More male politicians

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does allyship play in promoting gender equality according to the final section?

It is only for women

It is not necessary

It is fundamentally important

It is a temporary solution

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant factor affecting women's votes in the upcoming election as discussed in the final section?

Environmental policies

Gender equality policies

Foreign policies

Economic policies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key challenge in changing the culture of leadership mentioned in the final section?

Overrepresentation of women

Lack of interest in politics

Resistance to sharing power

Too many diverse candidates