Political representation is a vital part of democracy. It ensures all voices are reflected in Parliament’s decision-making process.
But, Australia is falling short.
With 24 per cent of the population having an overseas, non-European background, in Parliament that sits at only 6 per cent.
Dr Intifar Chowdury, lecturer in Government at Flinders University said a Parliament that reflects its people is crucial to improving social cohesion.
“The political party acts as a gatekeeper in putting people from diverse backgrounds into safe seats or not.”
In this episode of SBS Examines we look into whether there’s any hope in achieving a true mirror of society in our political system.
