Do you want to know what it takes to forge a successful career in politics? Hear inspirational stories of women in politics from across the partisan spectrum, chronicling their individual journeys in pursuit of their goals and aspirations in politics.

• 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.)?
  • Do you need to pick a party affiliation?  Will it help or hurt you?
• Do you have what it takes? 
  • What qualities and personal attributes are essential to rise to the top?
  • 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?
• Being in the public eye 
  • Do women face unique challenges?

MODERATOR

Jane Hilderman, Acting Director and Research Director, Samara Canada

SPEAKERS

Amy Archer, Senior Advisor to the Government House Leader at Government of Ontario
Martha Hall Findlay, Chief Legal Officer, EnStream LP; former MP and candidate for Liberal leadership
Barbara Hall, former Chief Commissioner of the Ontario Human Rights Commission and former Mayor of Toronto and City Councillor
Gina Saccoccio Brannan, Q.C., Parnter, Brannan Meiklejohn, Barristers