Hope and momentum: Women lead the charge for gender parity in politics
The struggle for gender parity in politics is far from over, but this week I felt a surge of hope for the future.
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
August 21, 2024
Study: Political gender gap grows
Trends in political preferences in Finland increasingly follow those in other western countries, where many men seem to prefer traditional economical
August 9, 2024
Women’s participation in electoral politics is good for democracy in South Africa
Globally, history has shown that politics is predominantly male dominated, where women were not expected to hold significant political views or opinions. This reality is also evident in Africa, where men occupy most major political positions in African countries.
August 7, 2024
Who are the youngest (and oldest) parliamentarians in world?
As elections unfold throughout this super election year, much of the discussion has revolved around the advanced age of some candidates running for office.
11th Empowerment Briefing for Young Parliamentarians- Young women’s political participation
Women’s equal participation and leadership in political and public life are essential to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
Women in politics: ‘Doing it for democracy’
WOMEN make up half the population here, so it only makes sense that the rate of women’s participation in politics is improved to better represent Malaysia’s demographic.
When will being a woman not be worth a mention in politics?
As a young woman in politics, I often wonder when it will no longer matter that I’m a woman in politics and when I’ll be commended for my work alone, no matter my sex.
July 19, 2024
Beijing+30 Youth Blog: Legal, social, economic, and political changes are crucial for a more just world
“Gender equality is more than a goal in itself.
July 19, 2024
High-Level Political Forum places women and girls at the heart of the 2030 Agenda
Women and girls around the world are facing significant threats, from wars and conflicts to devastating climate change, widening inequalities, and pushback on their human rights and freedoms.