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Do women make political parties more successful?

Submitted by iKNOW Politics on Tue, 11/11/2014 - 11:54

Do women make political parties more successful?

The ideology and internal organization of political parties affect how different societal needs, interests, and social demands are represented. Some parties have been great advocates of gender equality and promoting women in their candidate lists through either quotas or alternation rules.

A Step Forward, Women’s Inclusive Political Participation, South Asia

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October 27, 2014

A Step Forward, Women’s Inclusive Political Participation, South Asia

This chapter analyses the initiatives on women’s empowerment introduced by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), the

New threat to Afghan women

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October 22, 2014

New threat to Afghan women

Public support for the war in Afghanistan began to wane in 2009 in the United States and even earlier in NATO countries.

Public support for the war in Afghanistan began to wane in 2009 in the United States and even earlier in NATO countries.

Voting Can Make a Difference for the Women of KPK, Pakistan

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September 15, 2014

Voting Can Make a Difference for the Women of KPK, Pakistan

Pakistan is known for its well-known female politicians. These female politicians often make headline news in both Pakistani and global media. In the recent election, many women ran for politics and even landed seats in the provincial and federal assemblies.

September 10, 2014

Women and democracy in Latin America: time for parties to make a difference

Latin America has made considerable progress increasing political representation of women, but more active measures are needed to increase outcomes.

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The Success and the Barriers to Women's Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement

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August 22, 2014

The Success and the Barriers to Women's Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement

This e-book with the title “The Success and the Barriers to Women’s Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement” is a result of analysis of four regional r

Women in Power and Decision-making

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July 9, 2014

Women in Power and Decision-making

Women are often dynamic leaders of change, galvanizing women and men to get involved, claim their rights, strengthen their communities and protect their planet. Their participation is fundamental to democratic governance.

June 26, 2014

Women in power and decision-making: Strengthening voices for democracy

Strengthening women's role in power and decision-making is one of the 12 critical areas of concern outlined in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which turns 20 next year.

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