Minorities and Indigenous Women

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.

Have Women Progressed? Latin American Index of Fulfilled Commitment 1995-2003

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February 28, 2007

Have Women Progressed? Latin American Index of Fulfilled Commitment 1995-2003

This report summarizes the Latin American Index of Fulfilled Commitment (IFC) and includes a measurement of the index from 1995 to 2003 in 18 countries of the region. The information presented in the IFC reveals progress and setbacks regarding gender equality at the national level.

World Survey on the Role of Women in Development 2004: Women and International Migration

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February 15, 2007

World Survey on the Role of Women in Development 2004: Women and International Migration

This report sets out recommendations to improve the situation of migrant, refugee and trafficked women.

Guatemalan Case Study on Enhancing Women’s Participation in Electoral Process in Post-Conflict Countries

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February 15, 2007

Guatemalan Case Study on Enhancing Women’s Participation in Electoral Process in Post-Conflict Countries

This paper was prepared for the Expert Group Meeting on “Enhancing Women’s Participation in Electoral Process in Post-Conflict Countries." It analyzes the participation of Guatemalan women in the two elections which took place during the post-conflict period.

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