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Indigenous women and other minorities suffer from a lack of political representation, economic marginalization and poverty, lack of access to social services and discrimination. This section highlights news, resources and stories on minorities and indigenous women's struggle for political inclusion.

Reflections on Women's Political Leadership in South Asia

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November 13, 2024

Reflections on Women's Political Leadership in South Asia

In this final episode of Season 1, we reflect upon what women political leaders in South Asia have told us about their career journeys with our guests. We delve into bringing role models closer to youth, especially young women aspiring to be in politics.

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In this final episode of Season 1, we reflect upon what women political leaders in South Asia have told us about their career journeys with our guests. We delve into bringing role models closer to youth, especially young women aspiring to be in politics.

AP News
November 6, 2024
Black women notch historic Senate wins in an election year defined by potential firsts

WASHINGTON (AP) — Voters for the first time elected two Black women to serve simultaneously in the Senate and sent an openly transgender lawmaker to Congress on Tuesday.

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Women's Agenda
November 5, 2024
Who is Kemi Badenoch, the first black woman to lead the UK Conservatives?

Kemi Badenoch has become the new leader of the UK Conservatives and the first black woman to lead a major political party in the UK.

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Politico
November 5, 2024
Tories pick first Black woman to lead a major UK political party

LONDON — Kemi Badenoch’s elevation as leader of Britain’s Conservatives is a historic moment in British politics — but you can expect the Tories to take it in their stride.

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VOX
October 28, 2024
The massive gender gap in the election, in 2 charts
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Three generations, one mission: Inside three women's quest to protect the vote

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October 23, 2024

Three generations, one mission: Inside three women's quest to protect the vote

Black women have long played a key role in protecting voting rights and urging their communities to cast ballots. This three-part series highlights their work as they build political power and demand a seat at the table.

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Black women have long played a key role in protecting voting rights and urging their communities to cast ballots. This three-part series highlights their work as they build political power and demand a seat at the table.

The Christian Science Monitor
October 4, 2024
Brazil has struggled to elect women to political office. Upcoming elections could change that.

On a sunny September morning, Joyce Trindade works her way around the stalls of a secondhand clothing market here, distributing hugs and political pamphlets in equal measure.

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A reflection: How Kamala Harris is carrying the torch

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September 27, 2024

A reflection: How Kamala Harris is carrying the torch

This potent idea, popularized by trailblazers like Shirley Chisholm and bell hooks, continues to resonate through women's leadership actions today.

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This potent idea, popularized by trailblazers like Shirley Chisholm and bell hooks, continues to resonate through women's leadership actions today.

The Guradian Nigeria
September 27, 2024
Politics of women’s discrimination and underrepresentation

On March 14, 2024, rural women from communities in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria expressed concerns over women’s low inclusion in politics.

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