The Honourable Joan Kirner and Senator Kate Lundy will launch the ACT branch of Emily’s List Australia on Tuesday 28 October 1997 from 6pm- 7.30pm at Tilley’s Devine Cafe in Lyneham. Emily’s List is a financial and political support network for Labor women candidates.
Joan Kirner who has helped model Emily’s List Australia will address the gathering, as will Carmen Lawrence, on the issue of attracting even more women to the ALP.
“This is a great opportunity for women in the Canberra community to become involved in contributing to the political landscape. There are not enough women in representative roles in Parliament and Emily’s List aims to change that scene.” Ms Kirner said.
Senator Lundy, who is a founding member of Emily’s List in the ACT said “with growing membership throughout Australia, we are enthusiastic about the Canberra launch.
“I think the key principles of Emily’s List – equity & justice, self determination and full participation are being stifled by the Howard Government. It is fitting that we are launching another chapter of an organisation that will help place women who are committed to these ideals in Parliament.
“Emily’s List membership is open to all women. I would like to invite women in Canberra to attend the launch and find out more about an organisation that has raised over $14 million in the USA and helped elect more than 30 women to the US Government.” Senator Lundy said
Joan Kirner and Kate Lundy will be available for comment. Please call Robyn Blackwell on 6277 3334 to arrange an interview time.
