Stone’s new role
FORMER Federal Member for Murray Sharman Stone has been announced as Australia’s third ambassador for women and girls.
In her new role she will promote the nation’s efforts in gender equality and women’s empowerment in bilateral, regional and global forums, including at the United Nations and the Pacific Islands Forum.
Dr Stone has played a leadership role in championing the rights of women and girls, both in Australia and globally.
She had a distinguished 20-year career in the Australian Parliament, progressing major issues that affect women and girls, including the elimination of child marriages, human trafficking and poverty reduction.
Dr Stone will take up her position in January.