Women in small business have a lot to add to the political debate as well as a responsibility to make a contribution.
Jennifer Morris is the founder of advocacy group Women for Election Australia (WFEA), which is dedicated to increasing the number of women in Parliament and supporting them once they're there. It is organising a master class for women wanting to make a difference by taking part in public life.
Morris says there is no simple answer for why more women are not involved in politics.