Looking ahead to 2025

Women’s power: more justice as a major goal

Astrid Eisenkopf (5th from right) with the SPÖ women's team.(Bild: SPÖ-Frauen)

A strong female team is starting the regional elections for the SPÖ - the female candidates are now introducing themselves, with Astrid Eisenkopf in the lead. The gender quota is 50:50 with a total of 36 women.

"More women in politics means more justice, equal opportunities and future prospects for everyone." The committed women running for the SPÖ on 19 January 2025 have a clear message. Astrid Eisenkopf, Deputy Governor and Women's Chairwoman, is at the forefront.

A better life for women
Doris Prohaska, Rita Stenger, Claudia Schlager, Daniela Winkler, Sandra Gerdenitsch and Andrea Reichl are running for the role of the six district women's chairpersons. "We are committed to a better life for women. We want to specifically promote their economic independence and career opportunities. Together, we are creating a Burgenland in which women can develop their potential," emphasizes Eisenkopf.

Four priorities
A total of 36 women are running on the district lists in the election. "This means that the gender ratio is balanced at 50:50," it says. In addition, two more women are purely represented on the state list, including Verena Dunst (66). The former state councillor and president of the state parliament brings her many years of experience to the table. Katharina Egger (18) from Neudorf bei Parndorf is the youngest SPÖ candidate to enter the political arena. With fresh ideas and a clear view of the future, she wants to provide new impetus. Four priorities that all candidates on the "Doskozil List" have in common:

• Minimum wage of €2,300 net, free kindergartens, free tutoring - to promote the compatibility of work and family life
• The housing cost cap is intended to keep rents affordable.
• A dedicated women's strategy and a far-reaching action plan against violence
• Comprehensive healthcare and nursing care