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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

Pro take: How have women risen to the top of Mexican politics?

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December 5, 2023

Pro take: How have women risen to the top of Mexican politics?

You might have been surprised when the news broke that Mexico — a country historically known for chauvinism — is on the path to elect a woman as president in 2024.

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You might have been surprised when the news broke that Mexico — a country historically known for chauvinism — is on the path to elect a woman as president in 2024.

India Today
December 4, 2023
India: election dynamics altered as women voters took centre-stage across 5 states

In what is arguably a significant step forward for women in politics, 2023 saw two important events: the passing of the Women's Reservation Bill, and an increase in women’s participation in the Assembly elections in various states.

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The impact of online violence against women in the 2022 Kenya general elections

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November 22, 2023

The impact of online violence against women in the 2022 Kenya general elections

The growth of internet users has brought about social and economic benefits on a global scale.

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The growth of internet users has brought about social and economic benefits on a global scale.

Human Rights Watch
November 21, 2023
Pakistan faces severe voter gender gap



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Politico
November 21, 2023
Dutch on brink of electing first female leader

Dutch voters may be about to get someone very different from the outgoing veteran prime minister Mark Rutte.

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Swissinfo
November 20, 2023
Swiss parliament: who is entitled to be represented?

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The Jakarta Post
November 17, 2023
Indonesia: 2024 election could be nadir of women's representation, say analysts

Political parties claim to have met the minimum national quota of 30 percent for female candidates, but a recent report has found that only one party competing in the 2024 legislative election meets t

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Source: The Guardian
November 17, 2023
Women in power: the push to get more diverse female candidates in Australian elections

Almost every council in Australia has a gallery of “dead men”, says Licia Heath.

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Mexico will soon elect its first female president – but that landmark masks an uneven march toward women’s rights

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November 13, 2023

Mexico will soon elect its first female president – but that landmark masks an uneven march toward women’s rights

Mexico will elect its first female president in 2024, barring any surprises between now and the June vote.

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Mexico will elect its first female president in 2024, barring any surprises between now and the June vote.

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