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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.

July 24, 2013
Zimbabwe’s Women Say They Still Lag Behind in Political Arena

HARARE — Zimbabweans go to the polls July 31 under a new constitution that some hoped would bring more women into politics. But, some women say the road to gender equity in Zimbabwean politics is a long one.  
 

Norway's strategic plan 2011-13: Women, Peace and Security

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July 23, 2013

Norway's strategic plan 2011-13: Women, Peace and Security

The participation of women in key decision-making processes related to peace and security is a goal in itself. Their contribution is also important in preventing, managing and resolving conflict, and not least in building up societies after conflict.
The participation of women in key decision-making processes related to peace and security is a goal in itself. Their contribution is also important in preventing, managing and resolving conflict, and not least in building up societies after conflict.

Finland's National Action Plan for 2012-2016: Women, Peace and Security

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July 22, 2013

Finland's National Action Plan for 2012-2016: Women, Peace and Security

Finland issued its first National Action Plan for the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security in 2008.
Finland issued its first National Action Plan for the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security in 2008.
July 19, 2013
Certain progress in tackling discrimination against women in Serbia

Serbia has made "certain progress", officials concluded at the session of the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women.

June 19, 2013
Opinion: Are female leaders too cheerful for their own good? USA

(CNN) -- Early in Dara's career, she was told by a coach that "honey attracts more bees than vinegar," so she took pains to rein in her natural candor and soften her opinions.

June 17, 2013
IN AFGHANISTAN, WORKING ACROSS PARTY, GENDER LINES TO BOOST WOMEN IN POLITICS