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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.

Men in politics as agents of gender equitable change: gender norms and political masculinities

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May 29, 2024

Men in politics as agents of gender equitable change: gender norms and political masculinities

Men in politics as agents of gender equitable change examines why men in politics decide to support gender equality, how they explain and frame their allyship, and how their actions are perceived by women politicians, activists and students.

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Men in politics as agents of gender equitable change examines why men in politics decide to support gender equality, how they explain and frame their allyship, and how their actions are perceived by women politicians, activists and students.

The Mainichi
May 28, 2024
Women account for only 18% of prospective candidates in next Japan general election

TOKYO -- Women account for a mere 18.1% of prospective candidates to be fielded by Japan's six major political parties in the 289 single-seat constituencies in the next House of Representatives election, a Mainichi Shimbun survey has found.

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UN Women
May 27, 2024
Women’s leadership and political participation

From the local to the global level, women’s leadership and political participation are restricted. Women are underrepresented as voters, as well as in leading positions, whether in elected office, the civil service, the private sector or academia.

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UN Women
May 23, 2024
UN Women and Election Commission foster dialogue for gender inclusion in Nepali elections

Constitutional, political, and legal arrangements have increased representation of women in various levels of governance in Nepal.

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Corporate thematic evaluation of UN Women’s support to women’s political participation: Insights from the field

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May 23, 2024

Corporate thematic evaluation of UN Women’s support to women’s political participation: Insights from the field

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The Citizen
May 21, 2024
Why Tanzania political parties have few women in leadership, candidate lists

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Media urged to highlight women's role in politics

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May 21, 2024

Media urged to highlight women's role in politics

KARACHI: The Uks Research Centre (URC) has urged the media outlets in the country to recognise the transformative potential of women in politics and foster a more inclusive media environment for democratic, inclusive, and representative

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KARACHI: The Uks Research Centre (URC) has urged the media outlets in the country to recognise the transformative potential of women in politics and foster a more inclusive media environment for democratic, inclusive, and representative

The Friday Times
May 21, 2024
Empowering women's political participation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

“If you want to know how civilized a culture is, look at how they treat its women.” - Bacha Khan

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