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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

Source: UNDP
February 26, 2024
Empowering women in Georgian politics

Ahead of the parliamentary elections in Georgia, UNDP and Sweden are supporting political parties to empower women politicians and explore effective strategies for attracting, engaging, and promoting women candidates.

THE BORGEN PROJECT
February 20, 2024
Recent initiatives empowering women in Mali

Mali, a landlocked country in West Africa, has one of the world’s fastest growing populations. The country houses more than nine million women, yet the state of women’s health remains a critical issue. Women in Mali face significant challenges.

The gender gap is growing — and it bodes badly for American politics and culture

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February 16, 2024

The gender gap is growing — and it bodes badly for American politics and culture

Source: The Conversation
February 12, 2024
Even with a 30% quota in place, Indonesian women face an uphill battle running for office

In the 2019 general election, Indonesians voted more women into the national parliament than ever before. 

Source: UNDP
February 9, 2024
Advancing gender equality in politics ahead of Georgian elections

Over 150 women local councillors from across Georgia gathered for their annual conference to discuss the increasing role of women in politics and decision-making, especially in the lead-up to elections.

Source: Medriva
February 8, 2024
The struggle for women’s representation in Indonesian politics: an uphill battle

A Step Forward but Not Enough

Source: The Japan Times
February 6, 2024
Japan's youngest female city mayor is focused on women's empowerment

In a sector where women are rarely seen at the forefront, 33-year-old Shoko Kawata made history by becoming Japan's youngest female city mayor when she was elected in Yawata, southern Kyoto Prefecture last year.

Source: Antara
February 5, 2024
Indonesia general elections: an opportunity to optimize women's representation

Jakarta (ANTARA) - As Indonesia will hold the 2024 General Elections on February 14, 2024, efforts to support women's representation in politics are still needed.