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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.

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October 9, 2011
DRC Women Running for Office with Help from Global Women’s Network

iKNOW Politics, an online network dedicated to the advancement of women in politics around the world, has come to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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Resource Guide for Theme Groups

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October 6, 2011

Resource Guide for Theme Groups

Gender equality and women’s empowerment are Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in their own right and central to all other development efforts.

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Gender equality and women’s empowerment are Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in their own right and central to all other development efforts.

September 29, 2011
CAMPAIGN SCHOOLS PREPARE EGYPTIAN WOMEN TO RUN FOR OFFICE

During Egypt’s revolution, thousands of women joined men in the streets to promote democratic reform. Now, as the country prepares for its first post-revolution parliamentary elections this fall, women are seeking to participate equally in the challenges of governing.

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Rising Through the Ranks: A Young Woman’s Guide to Leadership and Political Party Engagement

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September 12, 2011

Rising Through the Ranks: A Young Woman’s Guide to Leadership and Political Party Engagement

Whether you are brand new to your political party or a more experienced activist, this guide is designed to provide you with the basic tools necessary to enhance your leadership skills and help position you to advance to the next level within your party.

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Whether you are brand new to your political party or a more experienced activist, this guide is designed to provide you with the basic tools necessary to enhance your leadership skills and help position you to advance to the next level within your party.

Pathways for Women in Democratic Transitions – International Experiences and Lessons Learned

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September 12, 2011

Pathways for Women in Democratic Transitions – International Experiences and Lessons Learned

This is the keynote address by Vidar Helgesen, Secretary-General, International IDEA, at the Roundtable in Cairo on June 2, 2011.

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This is the keynote address by Vidar Helgesen, Secretary-General, International IDEA, at the Roundtable in Cairo on June 2, 2011.

September 10, 2011
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY PREPARES YOUNG WOMEN FOR POLITICAL CAREERS IN BURKINA FASO

Women who want to enter politics in Burkina Faso face a number of barriers, such as lack of faith in their leadership abilities, few role models and limited opportunities.

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September 7, 2011
YOUNG WOMEN GAIN CONFIDENCE, MENTORS FROM LEADERSHIP SCHOOL IN IRAQ

Over the last eight years, Iraqi women have become increasingly active in politics, taking on some of the country’s most vexing issues — peace and security, economic empowerment, social justice, education and the environment.

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Effective capacity building programmes for parliamentarians

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Effective capacity building programmes for parliamentarians

Irrespective of their occupation or professional background prior to election, few new parliamentarians arrive fully equipped for their parliamentary roles and legislative functions.

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