Licia Heath

Licia Heath is an advocate for women's representation in politics, particularly in local government. She is associated with Women for Election, an organization aimed at increasing the number of women in political office. Heath has voiced concerns about the hostile environment faced by female councillors, highlighting that a significant percentage of women have experienced bullying and intimidation from their male counterparts. Her work emphasizes the need for systemic reforms to ensure that local government is a safe and supportive space for women, thereby preventing a potential crisis of representation at all levels of government.