OBA Women Lawyers Forum PROGRAM | Original Program Date: April 27, 2017

Do you want to know what it takes to build a successful career in politics? Hear inspirational stories from our dynamic panel of women in politics from across the partisan spectrum. This program will chronicle their individual journeys from law to politics and explore how you can forge your own path into the political realm.

• Paths to politics
  • How and why did these women become involved in politics?
• Behind the scenes
  • What diverse career options/roles are available in politics (different levels: federal/provincial/municipal; different roles: elected and non-elected, advocacy, policy, etc.)?
• What does it take?
  • What qualities and personal attributes are essential to have a successful career in politics?
  • What skills should aspiring women lawyers develop now for a life in politics?
• Building a solid foundation
  • How can you effectively network and build the right alliances to help steer your political career?
  • Do you need to pick a party affiliation? Will it help or hurt you?
• Being in the public eye
  • Do women face unique challenges in the political realm?

MODERATOR

Krishana Persaud, Sotos LLP

PANELISTS

Nathalie Des Rosiers, MPP (Ottawa-Vanier), Liberal
Goldie Ghamari, Ontario PC Candidate for Carleton
Emilie Taman, New Democratic Party
Christine Van Geyn, Ontario Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation

PROGRAM CHAIR

Jacqueline Bonisteel, Corporate Immigration Law Firm