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The Political Participation of Youth

"I call on the members of the largest youth generation in history to face the challenges and consider what you can do to solve it. To control your destiny and translate your dreams into a better future for all." Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

Unfulfilled promise: Why we must act on gender equality in Kenyan politics

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September 23, 2024

Unfulfilled promise: Why we must act on gender equality in Kenyan politics

What you need to know:

•The two-thirds gender rule, enshrined in Articles 27(8) and 81(b), remains unfulfilled.

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What you need to know:

•The two-thirds gender rule, enshrined in Articles 27(8) and 81(b), remains unfulfilled.

ABC News
September 23, 2024
Tasmania joins national program designed to reduce barriers for women entering politics

In short:

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BluePRINT
September 19, 2024
WACOL to political parties: Convince stakeholders to support women in politics

Women Aid Collective (WACOL) has charged political party executives to rally support for women participating in politics.

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Investor King
September 17, 2024
Stakeholders Lead Campaigns for More Involvement of Women in Nigerian Politics

Concerned stakeholders across the globe have commenced advocacies for improved participation and involvement of women in politics in Nigeria.

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Youth Political Participation – Literature and Policy Review 1980–2023

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September 16, 2024

Youth Political Participation – Literature and Policy Review 1980–2023

This scoping study presents an in-depth exploration of youth political participation, focusing on the design and implementation of youth-related policies.

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This scoping study presents an in-depth exploration of youth political participation, focusing on the design and implementation of youth-related policies.

European Union Election Observation Mission Jordan 2024
September 16, 2024
Women's political participation in Jordan

In Jordan, the path to political participation for women is still paved with challenges. While progress has been made toward inclusiveness, many barriers persist, making it difficult for women to fully engage in politics and elections.

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Reuters
September 11, 2024
Sri Lanka's presidential election: Where are the women?

COLOMBO, Sept 11 (Reuters) - Not one of the 38 contenders in Sri Lanka's presidential election this mon

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DevDiscourse
September 11, 2024
Sri Lanka's Gender Gap: Women in Politics

Despite making up over half the voters and workforce, women are starkly underrepresented in Sri Lanka's political landscape.

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Ground Views
September 11, 2024
Affirmative Action Vital to Increase Women’s Participation in Politics

It is an enduring stain on Sri Lanka’s democracy and gender equality that only 4.8 percent of parliamentarians are women despite their high literacy rate and educational levels.

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