Breaking Barriers: Senator Fatima Payman on Politics, Imposter Syndrome, and Empowerment

In this episode of And Her Name Is, host Jenny Moutou sits down with Senator Fatima Payman, one of Australia's most inspiring young politicians. They discuss her journey from refugee to Senator, tackling imposter syndrome, and breaking down barriers for women, minorities, and young people in politics. Senator Payman shares her deeply personal story of overcoming challenges and using her platform to drive positive change.

Show Notes:
Introduction of Senator Fatima Payman and a brief overview of her background

Senator Payman shares her journey from Afghanistan to Australia and her early years growing up in Perth

Pursuing biomedical science and her transition into politics after the loss of her father

The challenges of being the eldest sibling and how it shaped her focus on mental health awareness

Discovering her passion for politics through volunteering and community service

Working with United Workers Union and empowering women from immigrant backgrounds

Navigating imposter syndrome and being a visible minority in politics

Becoming a Senate candidate and the challenges she faced along the way

Reflections on her experience as a young, first-term Senator in a predominantly male space

The support of women in politics and the sisterhood behind closed doors

Coping with criticism and developing resilience in the political arena

The importance of cultural diversity and representation in leadership

Email:
senator.payman@aph.gov.au

Website:
⁠https://www.alp.org.au/our-people/our-people/fatima-payman/⁠

FB:
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IG:
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