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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.

February 18, 2014
Women of Latin America build bridges, changing status quo in politics

In Honduras and El Salvador, a spotlight on efforts towards addressing electoral challenges through trainings for candidates. 

Poised to Run: Women’s Pathways to the State Legislatures

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February 12, 2014

Poised to Run: Women’s Pathways to the State Legislatures

Women legislators are more likely to say that they decided to seek elective office after receiving the suggestion to run, whereas men are more likely to say that the decision to run was entirely their idea.

Women legislators are more likely to say that they decided to seek elective office after receiving the suggestion to run, whereas men are more likely to say that the decision to run was entirely their idea.

February 11, 2014
In Nepal, Women Fight to Maintain Seats in the Constituent Assembly

Nepali women had much to be proud of as 172 of them were seated in the country’s newest Constituent Assembly on Jan. 22.

February 7, 2014
Mock parliament for women in the Solomon Islands

A MOCK parliament for women will be conducted at the National Parliament from February 10 to 13.

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February 5, 2014
Building a career in political technology

Women who work at the crossroads of politics and technology are working at two heavily male-dominated fields. Yet there are ways to build a career and thrive at work, and at home.

Office Hours with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand - United States Senator from New York

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January 31, 2014

Office Hours with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand - United States Senator from New York

About Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, United States Senator from New York

About Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, United States Senator from New York

January 29, 2014
Rosemary Butler launches training for women seeking public office, Wales

An initiative to encourage more women to apply for key roles in Welsh public life has been launched at the Senedd.

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