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International Women’s Day 2026: How Young Women are Shaping Power | Laura Nuttall, ACT Greens MLA
Episode 4216th March 2026 • Feminist Money • Feminist Money
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Join us for Episode 42 of Feminist Money, as we discuss International Women’s Day, with Laura Nuttall, ACT Greens MLA and the ACT’s first Gen Z MLA.

In this International Women’s Day episode, we sit down with Laura Nuttall, the ACT’s first Gen Z MLA and Greens spokesperson for Women and Young People. Laura reflects on her journey into politics, the lessons she’s learned as a young leader, and what representation means for young women in Canberra. We dive into the economic realities, gender equality challenges, and practical strategies to create fairer opportunities for women and girls in Australia.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • Laura’s journey as the ACT’s first Gen Z MLA and what youth representation means.
  • Leadership lessons she’s learned and advice for women considering political careers.
  • How to “Balance the Scales” for women and girls in Canberra and Australia.
  • The gap between gender equality statistics and women’s everyday financial realities.
  • Key financial pressures affecting young women, students, and early career workers.
  • Practical steps to improve women’s economic security.

About the show: Feminist Money, the money program for feminists who want change. In this show, our focus is on money and ensuring that 50% of the population has more equal access to money and the power and freedom of choice it brings.

Read full show notes on FeministMoney.com.au.

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