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Established in 2007, iKNOW Politics is a joint project of International IDEA, the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women).

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2024: The Global Election Super-Cycle

With elections held in 74 nations and a global voter turnout of 61%, 2024 has been a landmark year for democracy. But how did women fare in this unprecedented electoral landscape?

This expert series delves into the critical role women played throughout the Global Election Super-Cycle, examining key trends, challenges, and progress in gender equality worldwide. Hear from leading experts as they analyze the impact of these elections on women’s political participation and the broader fight for equal representation.

Explore exclusive insights and reflections from around the world—shaping the conversation on the future of women in politics.

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Women in elections

Upcoming Event: March 6, 2026

International Women's Day Webinar 2026 From Tokenism to Transformation: Achieving Gender Parity in Politics for the Next Generation

As we commemorate International Women's Day 2026, the global political landscape continues to grapple with significant gender disparities in political representation. According to the IPU currently…

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Event Countdown

2026-03-06T16:00:00-0500

Upcoming Event: February 26, 2026

The role of male politicians in achieving gender equality in politics

About the event Over the past three decades, the OSCE region has made important strides in women’s participation in politics and decision-making. Yet progress remains uneven and far from gender…

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Event Countdown

2026-02-26T03:00:00-0500

Upcoming Event: February 12, 2026

2026 IPU Parliamentary Hearing at the United Nations

Parliaments and the United Nations: Better together, delivering for the people The IPU 2026 Parliamentary Hearing at the UN will consider the ways in which parliaments and the United Nations can work…

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