Image: LGNSW. New research showing almost nine in ten Australian women in public office or standing for election have experienced online abuse has prompted calls from the Local Government Association of NSW (LGNSW) for stronger protections, reporting mechanisms and support for women participating in public life. The Women for Election survey found 89 per cent of respondents had experienced online abuse, three quarters said it had worsened over t…
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