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.
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 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.
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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.
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.
Gender quotas must be introduced in local government in order to achieve equality
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June 23, 2024
Gender quotas must be introduced in local government in order to achieve equality
The recent local elections are a real-time example of why we need gender quotas.
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The recent local elections are a real-time example of why we need gender quotas.
May 30, 2024
Increasing women’s political representation in Solomon Islands
On 29 December 2023, the Solomon Islands National Cabinet approved the introduction of temporary special measures (TSMs) to improve women’s political representation in the Provincial Government Assemblies (PGAs).
