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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.  

Source: The Mainichi
February 19, 2024
Women face barriers in Japan local politics as shown in domestic gender gap index

TOKYO -- A study group headed by Mari Miura, a professor at Sophia University's Faculty of Law in Tokyo, with an objective to achieve gender equality in Japan from local levels, has compiled a Japanese gender gap index by prefecture.

What’s the secret to attracting more women into politics? Give them more resources

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February 9, 2024

What’s the secret to attracting more women into politics? Give them more resources

With Victorian council elections to be held in October, the state government’s target of reaching 50-50 gender representation at the local level is under threat.

With Victorian council elections to be held in October, the state government’s target of reaching 50-50 gender representation at the local level is under threat.

Source: Mint
January 24, 2024
India: women's political empowerment will enhance governance and boost the economy
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Council of Europe
January 23, 2024
Congress supports local authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina in their fight against sexism

As part of its commitment to enhancing gender equality and fighting sexism against women candidates and local office holders, the Congress launched, on 18 January 2024, a practical Guide for women and men on preventing and combatting sexism in lo

The Korea Herald
January 22, 2024
Reality check: How diverse is Korea really? Women in politics

Half of Korea's population are women, yet in the realm of politics, women are a minority group.

Ghanaian Times
January 18, 2024
Low number of women and PWDs in Ghana’s local government system worrying

Promoting inclusiv­ity in all aspects of governance is very necessary to spur econom­ic growth and reduce marginalisation.

Mint
December 14, 2023
India's women voters will surpass male voters from 2029 general election onwards

A major shift in India's electoral landscape is anticipated by the end of this decade. A report by the SBI has claimed that women voters in India will surpass male voters from 2029 onwards.