Women's Leadership

While there have been important advances in women’s leadership in politics, as of November 1 2017, women make up only 7.2% of Heads of State and 6.2% Heads of Government. Data on women representatives in local government, including as mayors, heads of villages and towns, is not well collected and analyzed. The adoption of an SDG indicator on women’s representation in local government is a great step forward in tracking progress on gender balance, allowing for the systematic collection and analysis of data on women in local government. Women’s access to and continued role in leadership positions is challenged by a range of barriers, including discriminatory laws and practices, as well as social norms that prescribe traditional roles and attitudes towards women’s participation in leadership and decision-making roles. Proactive gender-equality policies within political parties and local government structures, including quotas and special temporary measures, gender-sensitive approaches to electoral processes, support networks, mentoring, training, and engagement of male champions, can all help promote women’s role in political leadership.

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Shettima praises Nigerian women for enduring political marginalisation

Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/27/2024 - 08:43

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Shettima praises Nigerian women for enduring political marginalisation

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Nana Shettima, wife of Vice-President Kashim Shettima and other stakeholders, says political equity and women’s empowerment are crucial to sustainable development in Nigeria.

They stated this at the Women of Worth Group Global Magazine unveiling and Award Dinner in Abuja.

Ms Shettima said Nigerian women had faced numerous challenges yet were relentless in achieving their dreams.

Nana Shettima, wife of Vice-President Kashim Shettima and other stakeholders, says political equity and women’s empowerment are crucial to sustainable development in Nigeria.

They stated this at the Women of Worth Group Global Magazine unveiling and Award Dinner in Abuja.

Ms Shettima said Nigerian women had faced numerous challenges yet were relentless in achieving their dreams.

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Women’s leadership and political participation

Submitted by Editor on Mon, 05/27/2024 - 04:28

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Women’s leadership and political participation

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From the local to the global level, women’s leadership and political participation are restricted. Women are underrepresented as voters, as well as in leading positions, whether in elected office, the civil service, the private sector or academia. This occurs despite their proven abilities as leaders and agents of change, and their right to participate equally in democratic governance.

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Women political participation in Ukraine in the focus of experts’ discussion

Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/23/2024 - 11:04

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Women political participation in Ukraine in the focus of experts’ discussion

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On 20 May 2024, a round table on "Ensuring women’s engagement in political processes in Ukraine" was held in Kyiv.

On 20 May 2024, a round table on "Ensuring women’s engagement in political processes in Ukraine" was held in Kyiv.

Oprah for President. No, Taylor Swift! Why celebrity women haven't crossed into politics

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May 23, 2024

Oprah for President. No, Taylor Swift! Why celebrity women haven't crossed into politics

Before Donald Trump was a president, he was a television celebrity and high-profile real estate mogul.

Melinda French Gates on Why “Being Yourself” Doesn’t Always Work for Women

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May 21, 2024

Melinda French Gates on Why “Being Yourself” Doesn’t Always Work for Women

Here we are in another presidential election year.

Pacific women in leadership still battle cultural and social pushback

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May 16, 2024

Pacific women in leadership still battle cultural and social pushback

There are calls for more support for Pacific women to get into politics, while also recognising cultural leadership roles.

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Mujeres al Poder Forum: Discussing women in power, challenges and technology ahead of elections

Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/16/2024 - 05:08

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Mujeres al Poder Forum: Discussing women in power, challenges and technology ahead of elections

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Why is it important to have more diverse women in spaces of power for democracy in Latin America? How does misinformation and online gender violence operate against them now that they are conquering political spaces? How is artificial intelligence beginning to play a role in the political participation efforts by women and underrepresented groups?