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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

Kamala Harris's impact on women in politics

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November 18, 2020

Kamala Harris's impact on women in politics

The historic victory of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has underscored the expanding opportunities for women in politics, from running to office to helping others run.

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The historic victory of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has underscored the expanding opportunities for women in politics, from running to office to helping others run.

How the Coronavirus risks exacerbating women’s political exclusion

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November 18, 2020

How the Coronavirus risks exacerbating women’s political exclusion

Women participating in politics have navigated unique challenges and opportunities from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Women participating in politics have navigated unique challenges and opportunities from the coronavirus pandemic.

November 9, 2020
'You can't be what you can't see': Female politicians of color discuss what Harris' win means to them

The ascension of Kamala Harris as the first female, first Black and first South Asian vice president-elect is both symbolic and important to many women across the United States, and sev

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Sex tapes and stereotypes: Women jostle for bigger place in Georgian politics

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November 9, 2020

Sex tapes and stereotypes: Women jostle for bigger place in Georgian politics

In the rough-and-tumble world of Georgian politics, election campaigns can be merciless - especially for the small number of women candidates who enter the fray.

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In the rough-and-tumble world of Georgian politics, election campaigns can be merciless - especially for the small number of women candidates who enter the fray.

November 9, 2020
With Harris as VP, South Asian women see an opening into politics

After Joe Biden was projected to have won the presidency Saturday morning, Kamala Harris is set to become the next vice president of the U.S., maki

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The impact of the cost of politics on inclusive political participation in Uganda

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November 9, 2020

The impact of the cost of politics on inclusive political participation in Uganda

This study applied a conceptual framework that uses a comparative and gendered approach to estimate the cost of politics, using a set of pre-identified variables regularly incurred by both candidates seeking political office and elected representatives while in office.

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This study applied a conceptual framework that uses a comparative and gendered approach to estimate the cost of politics, using a set of pre-identified variables regularly incurred by both candidates seeking political office and elected representatives while in office.

November 9, 2020
How much does it cost to be a politician in Uganda?

As Uganda’s general elections, scheduled for January and February 2021, approach, many are asking what they will bring. Another important question to ask, however, is what they will cost.

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November 9, 2020
Meet the women in politics who paved the way for Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris crashed through one of the highest of American glass ceilings on Saturday, becoming the first woman elected vice president of the United States. She will serve alongside President-elect Joe Biden.

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What election of Kamala Harris means to future of women in politics

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November 9, 2020

What election of Kamala Harris means to future of women in politics

When the networks declared Joe Biden the winner of the 2020 presidential race, it was a history making moment for both the president-elect and his running mate Kamala Harris, whose election broke multiple barriers.

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When the networks declared Joe Biden the winner of the 2020 presidential race, it was a history making moment for both the president-elect and his running mate Kamala Harris, whose election broke multiple barriers.

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