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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

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Viet Nam - Parliamentary Election

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Viet Nam - Parliamentary Election

Viet Nam Parliamentary Election. For further information, please read more in: http://www.electionguide.org/region.php?ID=5

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NIGERIA: Presidential Election

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NIGERIA: Presidential Election

Government structure:

Assembly: Nigeria has a bicameral National Assembly consisting of the Senate with 109 seats and the House of Representatives with 360 seats.

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UGANDA: Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

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UGANDA: Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

On February 18th, Uganda is holding presidential and parliamentary elections. The President is elected by popular vote to serve a 5-year term.

Corruption, Accountability and Gender: Understanding the Connections

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December 9, 2010

Corruption, Accountability and Gender: Understanding the Connections

Corruption has been high on the governance reform agenda for decades. Corruption constrains development, exacerbates and causes conflict, and is one of the biggest obstacles to achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

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BENIN: Presidential Elections - First Round

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BENIN: Presidential Elections - First Round

Benin will hold the first round of its presidential elections March 6th.

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HAITI: Presidential and Legislative Elections - Second Round

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HAITI: Presidential and Legislative Elections - Second Round

On March 20, Haiti will hold the second round of its presidential and parliamentary elections.

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IRELAND: Parliamentary Election

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IRELAND: Parliamentary Election

Ireland will hold parliamentary elections February 25th.

Sub-regional (ECOWAS) Consultation on Gender Parity in Decision Making Structures/Institutions

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November 10, 2010

Sub-regional (ECOWAS) Consultation on Gender Parity in Decision Making Structures/Institutions

The African Union Commission and International IDEA launched a 5 year Joint Activity Plan (JAP) in 2008. The Joint Activity Plan is designed to support the African Union Commission in implementing its mandate related to the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance that was ad

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UNITED STATES: Election

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UNITED STATES: Election

The 2010 midterm election will be held on Tuesday, November 2 with at least 36 of the 100 seats in the Senate being contested and all House seats coming up for election.

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