April 16, 2013
Women in Politics, USA
In 2013 men still earn disproportionally more than women, on average 30% more.
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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
Pitch Perfect: Winning Strategies for Women Candidates
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April 10, 2013
Pitch Perfect: Winning Strategies for Women Candidates
This research provides a clear road map for women who are running for major statewide office: how to introduce themselves to voters to demonstrate their qualifications; what language contributes to voters believing they are qualified; and how to present themselves in a way that
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This research provides a clear road map for women who are running for major statewide office: how to introduce themselves to voters to demonstrate their qualifications; what language contributes to voters believing they are qualified; and how to present themselves in a way that
April 9, 2013
Politics, Elections and the “Reality” of Women’s Rights in Kuwait
Political authoritarianism has been constant feature in the Arab political systems, and despite the ongoing “Arab Spring,” there is a continuing tendency t
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Fiji's Women Forum 4
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Fiji's Women Forum 4
The Fiji's Women Forum is a national consultation to discuss the participation of women in the democratization process. Since last year there have been 3 such national forums.
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April 8, 2013
Politics, elections and the "reality" of women's rights in Kuwait
Political authoritarianism has been constant feature in the Arab political systems, and despite the ongoing “Arab Spring,” there is a continuing tendency to prevent women from freely participating in political processes
April 5, 2013
Women still outnumbered where it counts, Australia
That much-publicised milestone of political gender equality in the US? 20 per cent. Yes. Being outnumbered four to one is a milestone for women in the US Senate.
April 4, 2013
Shura reverses placement of women at top of party lists, Egypt
Shura Council members voted down legislation requiring political parties to display female candidates at the top of party lists.
April 1, 2013
New Constitution Helps Kenyan Women Gain Traction in Politics
While Kenya’s disputed presidential race continues to take center stage, another race could radically transform politics at the local level: the election of women’s representatives in each of the 47 newly created counties across Kenya.
April 1, 2013
The Women who make German Politics
Times are changing as more and more women are taking to high office around the world; the US Senate has just announced that a record 20 seats are now held by women, which is considered to be a real leap forward in what has always been a male domain.