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Oxfam’s Straight Talk Summit – applications open

Tuesday, 22 December 2009

Applications are being sought from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women from across the country for Oxfam’s Straight Talk Summit in Canberra, from 7 – 10 March 2010, The Nationals Member for Riverina, Kay Hull, has advised

The aim of Straight Talk is to build relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and women in Federal Parliament, to find ways to work together to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The 50 women selected will learn about the political system, discuss common issues of concern and generate strategies for bringing about change, before meeting with women from all sides of politics at Parliament House.

To represent the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, Oxfam Australia is encouraging applications from women of all, ages, family types, and education and employment levels. Participants will be selected on the basis of demonstrated leadership and a commitment to bringing about positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

“Straight Talk is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I encourage women of any age to take part,” Mrs. Hull said. 

Application forms are available at www.oxfam.org.au/straight-talk or phone 1800 088 110. 

Applications close on 8 January 2010.
 
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For further information please contact Lucy Spora on 02 6921 4600.

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