building a better normal. 

Rebecca Vassarotti MLA was a member for the seat of Kurrajong, elected in 2020. Rebecca lives in Dickson with her partner and three children.

A member of the ACT Greens, she is the Minister for the Environment, Heritage, Homelessness and Housing Services; and Sustainable Building and Construction.

In her early career, Rebecca earned her Bachelor of Arts (with majors in Anthropology and Political Science) and her Masters in Environmental Law from the Australian National University.

Rebecca has extensive experience in the community sector, having held the positions of Executive Director at YWCA Canberra, Deputy CEO of the Australian Council of Social Service, and Executive Director of the International Network on Hepatitis and Substance Use. 

Rebecca has been a long term advocate for social justice and equality. Throughout her career, she has taken a keen focus to addressing issues like gender equity, homelessness, affordable housing, gambling reform and drug harm reduction.

Rebecca is a passionate and driven person who has dedicated her life to advocating for the issues that matter most to her constituents. She firmly believes that local decisions can have a profound impact on the future of our city and is committed to ensuring that Canberra remains a livable and sustainable place for generations to come.

REBECCA served as the ACT Greens MINISTER for:

• 🌿 ENVIRONMENT

•  🗝️ HERITAGE

• 🏠 HOMELESSNESS & HOUSING SERVICES

• 👷 SUSTAINABLE BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION

• 🌲 PARKS & LAND MANAGEMENT