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Capacity Building

Although much of the iKNOW Politics network is dedicated to increasing women’s political knowledge and participation, there are a number of skills that, while not explicitly political, are necessary to succeed in politics.

Daily Trust
July 18, 2024
Nigeria: Only 5% of women in political offices – APC women leader

The National Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Mary Idele Alile, has said that only 6 per cent of women in Nigeria hold political office.

World Politics Review
July 16, 2024
Despite Advances in Women’s Rights, Gender Equality Lags Around the World

Despite progress in codifying women’s rights into law, advances in gender equality around the world have been halting, at best.

The Guardian Nigeria
July 15, 2024
Nigeria - NCWS, CSOs seek more women in governance

The National Council for Women Societies (NCWS) has commended the House of Representatives for passing for second reading, a bill seeking to amend the Constitution to create extra legislative seats for women in the National and State Assemblies.

The Star Kenya
July 15, 2024
We should discourage politics of tokenism
Urban Woman
July 12, 2024
Nigerian Government set to train, and encourage women in politics

In a landmark move, the Nigerian House of Representatives has taken a significant step towards empowering women in politics.

Stockton University
July 11, 2024
Leadership Program Empowers Stockton Students

Galloway, N.J. – Did you know that New Jersey has never sent a woman to the U.S. Senate? Or that New Jersey ranks 23rd among the 50 states in the proportion of women serving in its legislature?

Women in Politics: Breaking Barriers in South India

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July 4, 2024

Women in Politics: Breaking Barriers in South India

Women in South India have made significant strides in various fields, but politics remains a challenging arena. Despite the region's progressive reputation, female politicians face numerous barriers in their careers.

Women in South India have made significant strides in various fields, but politics remains a challenging arena. Despite the region's progressive reputation, female politicians face numerous barriers in their careers.

World Economic Forum
June 26, 2024
Gender equality: How many women hold cabinet positions in 2024?
East Asia Forum
June 25, 2024
Female politicians struggle to get off the blocks in the Solomon Islands

After a 12-month delay, the 12th Solomon Islands national general elections were held on 17 April 2024.