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Are female politicians better advocates for their districts?

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February 3, 2025

Are female politicians better advocates for their districts?

The old saying “all politics is local” has become increasingly outdated in a world of growing political polarization.

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The old saying “all politics is local” has become increasingly outdated in a world of growing political polarization.

‘We have a big body of work ahead’ – New junior minister says government is facing uphill task to attract more women into politics Fianna Fáil TD Niamh Smyth has said the current junior and senior ministerial make-up of the new government is not reflectiv

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January 31, 2025

‘We have a big body of work ahead’ – New junior minister says government is facing uphill task to attract more women into politics Fianna Fáil TD Niamh Smyth has said the current junior and senior ministerial make-up of the new government is not reflectiv

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Ending harassment in politics is non-negotiable

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January 31, 2025

Ending harassment in politics is non-negotiable

Among the most pressing issues we face today is the persistent harassment of women in politics and government — a problem that undermines both the integrity of public service and the diversity of leadership our communities desperately need

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Among the most pressing issues we face today is the persistent harassment of women in politics and government — a problem that undermines both the integrity of public service and the diversity of leadership our communities desperately need

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Grassroots To Governance: Redefining Women’s Role In Indian Democracy

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January 27, 2025

Grassroots To Governance: Redefining Women’s Role In Indian Democracy

India, being the world’s largest democracy, envisions democratic participation as the cornerstone of India’s political system. Democratic decentralization or the grassroot level democracy is deeply embedded in ancient Indian philosophy and traditions.

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India, being the world’s largest democracy, envisions democratic participation as the cornerstone of India’s political system. Democratic decentralization or the grassroot level democracy is deeply embedded in ancient Indian philosophy and traditions.

CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
January 20, 2025
Carving a space for women in Yemeni politics

Ten years of war have severely weakened political life, undermining its role as a peaceful foundation for society in Yemen.

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January 14, 2025
Women candidates challenge Vanuatu’s male-dominated politics at snap election

Handicraft market trader Tui Johnson has barely had time to think about politics ahead of Vanuatu’s national election as she struggles to survive after last month’s earthquake. 

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Fighting for change: why the road to parliament is still rocky for women across Africa

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January 9, 2025

Fighting for change: why the road to parliament is still rocky for women across Africa

This year, 18 of Africa’s 54 countries went to the polls for presidential or general elections, making 2024 a significant year on the continent.

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This year, 18 of Africa’s 54 countries went to the polls for presidential or general elections, making 2024 a significant year on the continent.

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