Sheena Watt has spent the past 15 years breaking down barriers that prevented Aboriginal people from fully participating in the Labor Party.
Brothers Cyril and David Kennedy were Labor's first Aboriginal MPs in the Victorian Parliament, in the late 1970s and early '80s. Ms Watt recalls a tough life growing up. She was born in Melbourne and grew up in the northern suburbs, but her family was forced to move house frequently. "The truth is, for me representation matters and it's not just about cultural diversity, but diversity of experience. I've been a carer, had some adversity, hardship and disadvantage in my life. Having members of Parliament who have had that lived experience is very important."
Well with the way this state is being led I’d say that representative politics is the worst way to choose high positioned staff. How about someone who has a lot experience in the field? An old idea I know but look how you’re going so far.
Can we get a photo that matches the story please, i dont think that’s an aboriginal somehow.
Vic quota politics!!! Vic Special Victims Unit!!! VSVU!!!!!
“Bitter “?
Quota 🤦♂️
sabroughill
Who cares about the Fck useless politician let’s just open the economy as the suffering in Melbourne is getting worse.
How was she elected?
Sheena Watts has an uphill battle still wish her the best
...and it took the effective sacking of Mikakos by Andrews while he lies to multiple inquiries.
If she is the best person for the role based on skills for the position, then good luck to her. But, I smell a rat and suspect Vic gov is just doing what Vic gov does the best..... We need to drain the swamp. They're killing our state.
Meet the new boss same as the old boss. 🤦♂️ Does she like buses?
“Glass ceiling” is a bullshit feminist construct. No wonder Victorians are having trouble getting rid of ComradeDan, they reading rubbish
Hope she's ready to serve ALL Victorians...
So basically this woman was unelectable through the democratic process.
Forgive me for suspecting that political grand gesturing has edged out meritocracy.
Bitter, for who? The losers, whom you probably backed. Congratulations Young Lady, make the thieves accountable!
She’s what? 10% indigenous at best? White as milk. What a joke.
Get the job on merit or just to fill a quota...
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