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Posted by Vicki 11 August 2010 : Wales , representation ,
Today's blog post is written by Runnymede's public affairs intern Gordon Nelson
Elizabeth Musa is set to make history if elected to the Welsh Assembly next year. As reported on the Operation Black Vote blog, Musa has been selected to stand as the South Cardiff and Penarth candidate for Plaid Cymru in next year’s Assembly elections. If elected, Musa would become the first woman from a minority ethnic background to sit on the Assembly.
Musa is currently a careworker and community activist who has campaigned for many social justice issues. She also spearheaded the creation of the OBV MP shadowing scheme which aims to nurture future leaders, and encourage and inspire BME communities to engage in civil society. Â
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