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Local Government

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.  

October 3, 2016
City 50-50 Platform encourages gender parity in power spheres in Brazil

UN Women launched

September 23, 2016
Women gain political representation and leadership in rural China

Liao Bin, from the Hunan province i

August 23, 2016
Municipal elections offer political first step for Lebanese women

According to the National Commissio

June 30, 2016
Tunisia moves closer to achieving gender equality in politics

Tunisia’s Parliament has approved a

June 24, 2016
Herat Leaders Call for Afghan Women to Play Active Role in Politics

The need for more Afghan women to w

June 23, 2016
Enhancing Women’s Role and Participation in Governance in India

To empower elected women representa