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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.  

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India: 25 years on, Women’s Reservation Bill still not a reality

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India: 25 years on, Women’s Reservation Bill still not a reality

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India ranks 148th in a list of 193 countries based on the percentage of elected women representatives in their national parliaments.

New Delhi, India – “This is a special day in the history of our country…”

These were the opening remarks of a debate that took place on September 12, 1996, in the Lok Sabha, the Indian parliament’s lower house.

India ranks 148th in a list of 193 countries based on the percentage of elected women representatives in their national parliaments.

New Delhi, India – “This is a special day in the history of our country…”

These were the opening remarks of a debate that took place on September 12, 1996, in the Lok Sabha, the Indian parliament’s lower house.

Global Report on Gender Equality in Public Administration

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September 10, 2021

Global Report on Gender Equality in Public Administration

The global report on Gender Equality in Public Administration (GEPA) report provides an overview of key trends and analysis on women’s participation and leadership in public administration, based on evidence from UNDP and the University of Pittsburgh

The global report on Gender Equality in Public Administration (GEPA) report provides an overview of key trends and analysis on women’s participation and leadership in public administration, based on evidence from UNDP and the University of Pittsburgh

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These female Afghan politicians are risking everything for their homeland

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These female Afghan politicians are risking everything for their homeland

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The Taliban have taken over Afghanistan, but there are still forces of opposition attempting to maintain human rights in the country.

The Taliban have taken over Afghanistan, but there are still forces of opposition attempting to maintain human rights in the country.

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Who is Kathy Hochul? N.Y. To Get First Female Governor

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August 11, 2021

Who is Kathy Hochul? N.Y. To Get First Female Governor

New York will get their first female governor after Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over sexual harassment allegations. Lt. Gov.

New York will get their first female governor after Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over sexual harassment allegations. Lt. Gov.

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Kathy Hochul to become New York’s first woman governor

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Kathy Hochul to become New York’s first woman governor

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Kathy Hochul will take Andrew M. Cuomo’s place as governor of New York State once his resignation goes into effect in 14 days.

Ms. Hochul, New York State’s lieutenant governor, will become the first woman to lead New York State.

Kathy Hochul will take Andrew M. Cuomo’s place as governor of New York State once his resignation goes into effect in 14 days.

Ms. Hochul, New York State’s lieutenant governor, will become the first woman to lead New York State.

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Indigenous leaders praise historic election victories by women

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Indigenous leaders praise historic election victories by women

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It's no coincidence that a wave of Indigenous women have won leadership roles previously held only by men, say leaders and advocates.

It's no coincidence that a wave of Indigenous women have won leadership roles previously held only by men, say leaders and advocates.

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109 Mayors, all men. When will New York elect a woman?

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109 Mayors, all men. When will New York elect a woman?

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Kathryn Garcia and Maya Wiley placed second and third in the Democratic mayoral primary. Many New Yorkers hoped the glass ceiling would finally be broken.

It was a constant refrain for the two leading female candidates running for mayor of New York City: The city has had 109 mayors, and all of them were men. It was finally time for a woman.

Kathryn Garcia and Maya Wiley placed second and third in the Democratic mayoral primary. Many New Yorkers hoped the glass ceiling would finally be broken.

It was a constant refrain for the two leading female candidates running for mayor of New York City: The city has had 109 mayors, and all of them were men. It was finally time for a woman.

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Women who lose close elections are just as likely to run again as men

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Women who lose close elections are just as likely to run again as men

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Study published in PNAS finds no gender difference in decision to run for office again after losing a close race.

Women who lose local or state elections are just as likely to run for office again as men, suggesting the recent surge in women running for office may have a long-term impact on women’s political representation, according to a new study by researchers from Harvard Kennedy School and the University of California, Davis.

Study published in PNAS finds no gender difference in decision to run for office again after losing a close race.

Women who lose local or state elections are just as likely to run for office again as men, suggesting the recent surge in women running for office may have a long-term impact on women’s political representation, according to a new study by researchers from Harvard Kennedy School and the University of California, Davis.

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