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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

January 4, 2015
Somali Women Mobilizing for Peace

Following the downfall of President Siad Barre in 1991, a civil war broke out in Somalia between the factions. The internecine conflict has taken its heavy toll on all Somalis, but women in general face a disproportionate burden.

Interview with Malala Yousafzai

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December 12, 2014

Interview with Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai's Message to Women

Alicia Menendez and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai discuss why women need to get involved in politics and why politics should invest in women.

Malala Yousafzai's Message to Women

Alicia Menendez and Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai discuss why women need to get involved in politics and why politics should invest in women.

December 12, 2014
Book launch: Political ‘barriers to entry’ for women highlighted

South Asian writers avoid writing on gender issues, but Dr Anita Weiss rightly explained the politic

December 12, 2014
Gambia: Women and Youth Edified in Political Participation

December 1, 2014
Fashola’s aide wants more women, youths in politics, Nigeria

AS the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries draw nearer, a House of Representatives aspirant, Honour

Younger women and the 2015 election
November 24, 2014
Millennials, not Mumsnet: Younger women and the 2015 election (United Kingdom)

Should politicians be appearing on programmes like the X Factor to reach new audiences?

Or should they be breaking down complex political subjects and putting them in simpler terms to get more potential voters interested?

Interviews

Interviews

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

 The midterm elections brought landmark victories for female candidates.