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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.

Women at the frontline of climate change: Gender risks and hopes

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September 23, 2013

Women at the frontline of climate change: Gender risks and hopes

Patterns of development and settlements put the poor and the vulnerable at increased risk with many forced to settle on the only land available at the time – land that all too often is prone 
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Patterns of development and settlements put the poor and the vulnerable at increased risk with many forced to settle on the only land available at the time – land that all too often is prone 
September 23, 2013
Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to ‘blow up’ myths that hinder women in politics, Canada

Premier Kathleen Wynne says it’s time to “blow up the myths” that hinder the progress of women in politics.

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September 19, 2013
No democracy without diversity

Some say history repeats itself. In 2004, UNDP issued what I believe is one of the best of its global Human Development Reports, Managing Cultural Diversity.

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September 16, 2013
Women's panel calls for better awareness of rights, India

Change in the mind set of people, especially among the minorities, is necessary to address various issues related to the backwardness of women on various fronts, National Commission for Women chairperson Mamta Sharma said.

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September 13, 2013
Palau hosts second Mock Congress for Women

“I hope that this Mock Congress exercise will give the participating women the confidence to realize their potential as leaders in Palau, and can give them the courage to put up their names and stand for national elections.” These were the encouraging remarks from Senator Uduch Sengebau-Senio

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September 4, 2013
Mauritian women get political training

At least 300 women would have been trained in politics by the end of 2013 under a programme aimed at politically empowering women in Mauritius, PANA reported from here Monday.

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August 22, 2013
Nigeria, Senegal Partner On Women for Democratic Leadership

Nigeria and Senegal are planning to provide women at grassroots level with leadership and advocacy skills that would enable them contribute meaningfully to the development of their countries.

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August 18, 2013
David Cameron needs more women at the top of the coalition, says minister, UK

Lady Verma argues macho 'bang on tables' to be heard aspect of politics is unattractive, but warns PM against tokenism

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