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Local governments are in a unique position to contribute to the global struggle for gender equality by improving the status of women around the world. Local Governments are the level of governance closest to the citizens and as service providers and employers have an important role in creating the conditions that encourage women’s political participation. In this special feature, we are collecting knowledge resources, case studies, stories and interviews from women active in local politics.  

A small Japanese town sets new precedent for women in politics

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May 4, 2023

A small Japanese town sets new precedent for women in politics

A handful of small cities in Japan have managed to do what the rest of the country hasn’t: Elect women.

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A handful of small cities in Japan have managed to do what the rest of the country hasn’t: Elect women.

April 20, 2023
Men dominate 95% of local authorities in Britain, data shows

Only 18 of 382 councils have minimum gender representation parity, say equality charities

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The female mayor in Tokyo fighting Japan's sexist attitudes

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April 18, 2023

The female mayor in Tokyo fighting Japan's sexist attitudes

Satoko Kishimoto finds running one of Tokyo's main districts to be a lonely job.

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Satoko Kishimoto finds running one of Tokyo's main districts to be a lonely job.

‘I decided I could do better than them’: the women taking on Japan’s male-dominated politics

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April 7, 2023

‘I decided I could do better than them’: the women taking on Japan’s male-dominated politics

Female candidates in the local elections across the country this weekend face one of the world’s toughest glass ceilings

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Female candidates in the local elections across the country this weekend face one of the world’s toughest glass ceilings

March 30, 2023
International IDEA in Tunis and Raedat on the front lines for gender equality in Arab parliaments

Despite the legal reforms that have been taken by various Arab countries following their ratification of various international agreements guaranteeing women's civil and political rights, women have not been able to achieve equal representation&nbs

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CSW 67: Enhancing Rural Women’s Political Participation in Africa

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CSW 67: Enhancing Rural Women’s Political Participation in Africa

This event will focus on the CSW review theme on Challenges and opportunities in achieving gender equality and the empowerment of rural women and girl

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Essay: Sexist dress codes don’t stop at high school. They’re plaguing female lawmakers.

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February 28, 2023

Essay: Sexist dress codes don’t stop at high school. They’re plaguing female lawmakers.

When I left high school, I thought I would no longer have to worry about whether my skirt was “too short,” or – God forbid – if my shoulders were visible.

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When I left high school, I thought I would no longer have to worry about whether my skirt was “too short,” or – God forbid – if my shoulders were visible.

February 22, 2023
Nigeria Decides: Vote for Candidates that will prioritise women’s development, Baobab advises

The call for an increase in the representation of women in governance and other leadership positions has remained a mirage in Nigeria, with several factors militating against it, especially since the advent of the Fourth Republic.

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