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.
Rashida Tlaib, running in a tough six-way Democratic primary for a House seat in Michigan and positioning herself to be the first Muslim woman in Congress, was thrilled when a man who champions Muslim candidates across the country donated just under
Following recent elections in the Caribbean region, women’s representation in political office has increased, approaching or surpassing parity in some
Women are being shut out of Palestinian politics and excluded from peace talks, according to Randa Siniora, the first female Palestinian campaigner to address the UN security council.
Ethiopia’s prime minister Abiy Ahmed is rewarding women’s contributions to the nation’s progress.
Ethiopia’s prime minister Abiy Ahmed is rewarding women’s contributions to the nation’s progress.
The impact of record numbers of women candidates has already been felt this election cycle.
The impact of record numbers of women candidates has already been felt this election cycle.
The 1992 election is often referred to as "The Year of the Woman," as more women were elected to Congress than any year before.
In 1991, Anita Hill testified about her allegations of sexual harassment against then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas.
In 1991, Anita Hill testified about her allegations of sexual harassment against then-Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas.
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