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The right to vote and the right to stand for election are two fundamental elements of democracy. Notably, many countries did not afford women the right to vote until the 20th Century. Even today, universal suffrage is not a given right in all countries, and women often face obstacles that undermine their participation in political and electoral processes. There are various ways to support women in overcoming these obstacles. Such methods include revising the electoral system used, applying affirmative action mechanisms such as quotas, improving voter education for women and training political candidates. These are a few of the modes available to strengthen women’s political participation .Photo©Jens Franssen

How women have helped change the culture of politics in Quebec

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May 17, 2022

How women have helped change the culture of politics in Quebec

As a high number of women leave the National Assembly, things are slow to change — but getting better.

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As a high number of women leave the National Assembly, things are slow to change — but getting better.

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Elisabeth Borne: Who is France's new prime minister and what's on her to-do list?

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Elisabeth Borne: Who is France's new prime minister and what's on her to-do list?

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Centrist politician Elisabeth Borne was appointed France’s new prime minister on Monday, becoming the second woman to hold the post in the country.

Borne, 61, who was labour minister in the previous government, succeeds Jean Castex, who resigned earlier in the day.

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Centrist politician Elisabeth Borne was appointed France’s new prime minister on Monday, becoming the second woman to hold the post in the country.

Borne, 61, who was labour minister in the previous government, succeeds Jean Castex, who resigned earlier in the day.

Q&A: An ambitious attempt to be Somalia’s first female president

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May 14, 2022

Q&A: An ambitious attempt to be Somalia’s first female president

There are a few exceptions but Somali women hardly get into politics or hold top public office in what remains a deeply conservative society. Fowzia Yusuf, one of those, speaks to Al Jazeera on seeking another first.

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There are a few exceptions but Somali women hardly get into politics or hold top public office in what remains a deeply conservative society. Fowzia Yusuf, one of those, speaks to Al Jazeera on seeking another first.

Garbage, blasted glass, and the women cleaning up political filth in Lebanon

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May 14, 2022

Garbage, blasted glass, and the women cleaning up political filth in Lebanon

(CNN) In 2015, I spent the summer protesting and getting tear-gassed. I wasn't protesting for anything grand.

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(CNN) In 2015, I spent the summer protesting and getting tear-gassed. I wasn't protesting for anything grand.

A long way to go for gender equality in Nepali politics

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May 13, 2022

A long way to go for gender equality in Nepali politics

Nepal has progressive laws and quotas for women’s representation in politics, but patriarchy and gender discrimination run deep and influence the decisions of parties.

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Nepal has progressive laws and quotas for women’s representation in politics, but patriarchy and gender discrimination run deep and influence the decisions of parties.

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Hungary’s first female President Katalin Novak takes office

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Hungary’s first female President Katalin Novak takes office

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Katalin Novak, the first female president of Hungary, took office here on Tuesday. Her predecessor, former head of state Janos Ader, greeted the new president at the entrance to the Sandor Palace, the residence of the Hungarian president.

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Katalin Novak, the first female president of Hungary, took office here on Tuesday. Her predecessor, former head of state Janos Ader, greeted the new president at the entrance to the Sandor Palace, the residence of the Hungarian president.

The barriers preventing migrant women engaging in Australian politics

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May 13, 2022

The barriers preventing migrant women engaging in Australian politics

As the federal election date draws nearer, it’s almost impossible for Australians to avoid the policies, promises and paraphernalia of political parties and candidates contesting the election.

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As the federal election date draws nearer, it’s almost impossible for Australians to avoid the policies, promises and paraphernalia of political parties and candidates contesting the election.

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Democrat Nan Whaley makes Ohio history as first woman nominated to run for governor

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Democrat Nan Whaley makes Ohio history as first woman nominated to run for governor

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Democrat Nan Whaley broke a political glass ceiling Tuesday when she became the first woman in Ohio history to win a major party nomination to run for governor.

"This is a historic moment for the Democratic Party and for all of Ohio," said Whaley. "And I want every little girl listening to know that this is possible."

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Democratic nominee for Ohio Governor Nan Whaley SAM GREENE/THE ENQUIRER

Democrat Nan Whaley broke a political glass ceiling Tuesday when she became the first woman in Ohio history to win a major party nomination to run for governor.

"This is a historic moment for the Democratic Party and for all of Ohio," said Whaley. "And I want every little girl listening to know that this is possible."

One in four women in Quebec's National Assembly aren't seeking re-election. What happened?

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May 11, 2022

One in four women in Quebec's National Assembly aren't seeking re-election. What happened?

For women leaving Quebec politics, is quitting an act of self-preservation?

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For women leaving Quebec politics, is quitting an act of self-preservation?

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