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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

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November 7, 2014
Despite trailblazing victories by women, many girls reluctant to enter politics

 The midterm elections brought landmark victories for female candidates.

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November 7, 2014
Meet Elise Stefanik, the Youngest Woman Ever Elected to Congress

Republican Elise Stefanik has become the youngest woman elected to Congress in history,

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October 23, 2014
From barrier to enabler: how politics can help girls live up to their potential

Malala Yousefzai is the 

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Emerging Trends in Women’s Participation in Politics in Africa

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October 23, 2014

Emerging Trends in Women’s Participation in Politics in Africa

Women have traditionally been marginalised from the structures of state that determine political and legislative 

priorities. In recent years, Africa has witnessed rapid escalation in female political representation. This paper 

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Women have traditionally been marginalised from the structures of state that determine political and legislative 

priorities. In recent years, Africa has witnessed rapid escalation in female political representation. This paper 

Women's political participation in Tunisia after the Revolution

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October 17, 2014

Women's political participation in Tunisia after the Revolution

Women from all walks of life, age groups and regions of Tunisia took to the streets in 
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Women from all walks of life, age groups and regions of Tunisia took to the streets in 
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