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The right to vote and the right to stand for election are two fundamental elements of democracy. Notably, many countries did not afford women the right to vote until the 20th Century. Even today, universal suffrage is not a given right in all countries, and women often face obstacles that undermine their participation in political and electoral processes. There are various ways to support women in overcoming these obstacles. Such methods include revising the electoral system used, applying affirmative action mechanisms such as quotas, improving voter education for women and training political candidates. These are a few of the modes available to strengthen women’s political participation .Photo©Jens Franssen

Implementing and overseeing electronic voting and counting technologies

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December 16, 2013

Implementing and overseeing electronic voting and counting technologies

As a growing number of countries at various stages of development consider the use of electronic technologies in electoral processes, they face opportunities and challenges.

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As a growing number of countries at various stages of development consider the use of electronic technologies in electoral processes, they face opportunities and challenges.

December 14, 2013
In Chile, women politicians rise, but women's rights lag

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More women must vote in Afghan poll - rights activist

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