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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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When gender quotas do not deliver: Lessons learned from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro
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When gender quotas do not deliver: Lessons learned from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro
Gender quotas have been accepted as a global tool to address men’s overrepresentation in politics.
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How Challenging Is It For Women Getting Tickets In Politics ? Womem Panelists Share Insights | We Women Want Festival And Awards
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How Challenging Is It For Women Getting Tickets In Politics ? Womem Panelists Share Insights | We Women Want Festival And Awards
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The We Women Want Festival And Awards by NewsX, was a power-packed session, featuring accomplished women from various fields, sharing their experiences and perspectives on empowerment.
The We Women Want Festival And Awards by NewsX, was a power-packed session, featuring accomplished women from various fields, sharing their experiences and perspectives on empowerment.
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The We Women Want Festival And Awards by NewsX, was a power-packed session, featuring accomplished women from various fields, sharing their experiences and perspectives on empowerment.
The We Women Want Festival And Awards by NewsX, was a power-packed session, featuring accomplished women from various fields, sharing their experiences and perspectives on empowerment.
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Election Watch: Mongolia
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What are the issues?
On October 11, Mongolians head to the polls for nationwide local elections. This latest round of elections, which follows the country’s June parliamentary elections, features more than 17,000 candidates competing for more than 8,000 seats across a vast expanse of territory roughly the size of western Europe. Available seats include sub-national, provincial, and soum (county) Citizen Representative Khural (local governing councils).
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What are the issues?
On October 11, Mongolians head to the polls for nationwide local elections. This latest round of elections, which follows the country’s June parliamentary elections, features more than 17,000 candidates competing for more than 8,000 seats across a vast expanse of territory roughly the size of western Europe. Available seats include sub-national, provincial, and soum (county) Citizen Representative Khural (local governing councils).
Why Women Don’t Vote For Female Politicians – Research
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October 9, 2024
Why Women Don’t Vote For Female Politicians – Research
A research study by Voice of Women Radio has shown why women don’t vote for female political aspirants in Nigeria.
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A research study by Voice of Women Radio has shown why women don’t vote for female political aspirants in Nigeria.
She Should Run empowers women beyond Election Day
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October 9, 2024
She Should Run empowers women beyond Election Day
As we gear up for one of the most pivotal elections in history, it’s clear that women are more politically inspired than ever.
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As we gear up for one of the most pivotal elections in history, it’s clear that women are more politically inspired than ever.
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Trailblazing Women: Breaking Barriers in Jammu and Kashmir's Politics
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In a historic turn of events for Jammu and Kashmir's political landscape, three women, including former minister Sakeena Masood, have emerged victorious in the latest Assembly elections, reaffirming the growing influence of female leaders in a traditionally male-dominated arena.
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In a historic turn of events for Jammu and Kashmir's political landscape, three women, including former minister Sakeena Masood, have emerged victorious in the latest Assembly elections, reaffirming the growing influence of female leaders in a traditionally male-dominated arena.
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Meet the Women Leading Mexico: A New Era of Female Leadership Transforms the Political Landscape
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Meet the Women Leading Mexico: A New Era of Female Leadership Transforms the Political Landscape
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Claudia Sheinbaum leads a groundbreaking team of women in Mexico's government, achieving significant gender parity in leadership roles across the country.
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Claudia Sheinbaum leads a groundbreaking team of women in Mexico's government, achieving significant gender parity in leadership roles across the country.