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(opens in a new tab)We are women from all Australian Parliaments working across all parties on issues important to you to achieve gender equity in our society.
The Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians (CWP) is deeply concerned by the recent incident involving Federal Member for Indi, Dr Helen Haines.Our thoughts are with Dr Haines, her family, loved ones and staff at this difficult time.No parliamentarian should face threats, intimidation, harassment or violence while carrying out their duties in service of their community. This incident serves as a reminder that the safety and security of parliamentarians remains a critical issue across the Commonwealth.CWP has long advocated for measures to protect parliamentarians from harm and to foster safe, inclusive and respectful environments in which elected representatives can serve. The ability of women and men to participate fully in public life, free from fear, intimidation and abuse, is fundamental to strong democratic institutions.Photo credit: Auspic, Department of Parliamentary ServicesWomen members of parliament from Bougainville, Nauru and Vanuatu recently joined their counterparts from Victoria and New South Wales for a Women's Talanoa Workshop, hosted by the Victoria Branch of Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians in Australia.This content isn't available right now
When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.The Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians (CWP) Australia Region is inviting nominations for the position of Chair for the Australian Region.Eligibility:To nominate, you must be a woman parliamentarian and a member of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA).If you have any questions about the role or CWP’s work in Australia, please contact your Branch representative. Contact details are available on the CWP Australia Region website.Nominations close on Friday, 28 November 2025.A research report by CPA's Commonwealth Parliamentary Research Service (CPRS) reveals inspiring efforts around the world to boost women's participation in politics — from mentorship programs in Africa to campaign training in Australia and inclusive policy reforms in Fiji and Jersey.Read the full report via the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association: cpahq.org/media/gtiomy25/cprs-report-women-participation-in-politics-aug-2025.pdfA new IPU report analysing three decades of women in national parliaments reveals that the percentage of seats held by women has risen from 11.3% in 1995 to 27.2% in 2025
