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Suveen Sanis Walgampola
Green Party
| Not currently in parliament
Suveen Sanis Walgampola
Green Party
| Not currently in parliament
Why I'm standing
I am running for parliament with the Green Party because I value community solidarity. The decisions made in Wellington may seem abstract, but they affect the daily lives of all of us: new pathways to residency kept families together and our communities strong, yet the government's lack of leadership has seen the majority struggle so a few at the top can become even wealthier. It is time for a grounded community-led approach to politics.
About me
My kaupapa has always been grounded within the community, which is why I have been able to be part of so many positive solutions. As a Sri Lankan tangata tiriti, I have successfully advocated for policy in government, co-developed it in the Green Party's policy committee, and shown the true possibilities of community power when leading recovery after the Auckland floods and standing in solidarity with mana whenua at protests. I'm here for all of us, together.
My priorities
- Implement a wealth tax that only affects the top 0.7% to fund free dental for all and a minimum basic income.
- Decouple work visas from single employers, extending the migrant exploitation protection visa.
- Fund infrastructure that will allow Aotearoa to meet its climate goals.
Candidate list rank
21
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
Mental health support worker
Residence
Avondale
Age
31
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
Did not stand
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Why I'm standing
I am running for parliament with the Green Party because I value community solidarity. The decisions made in Wellington may seem abstract, but they affect the daily lives of all of us: new pathways to residency kept families together and our communities strong, yet the government's lack of leadership has seen the majority struggle so a few at the top can become even wealthier. It is time for a grounded community-led approach to politics.
About me
My kaupapa has always been grounded within the community, which is why I have been able to be part of so many positive solutions. As a Sri Lankan tangata tiriti, I have successfully advocated for policy in government, co-developed it in the Green Party's policy committee, and shown the true possibilities of community power when leading recovery after the Auckland floods and standing in solidarity with mana whenua at protests. I'm here for all of us, together.
My priorities
- Implement a wealth tax that only affects the top 0.7% to fund free dental for all and a minimum basic income.
- Decouple work visas from single employers, extending the migrant exploitation protection visa.
- Fund infrastructure that will allow Aotearoa to meet its climate goals.
Candidate list rank
21
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
Mental health support worker
Residence
Avondale
Age
31
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
Did not stand
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