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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

April 17, 2014
Beyond the Street Protests: Youth, Women and Democracy in Latin America

Women’s empowerment and political participation are not only crucial for women: they are essential for effective democratic governance, one which promotes human rights and equity.  The same can be said about the importance of boosting youth political participation.

March 27, 2014
Egypt is falling short of UN women’s rights standards

Egypt has achieved little regarding the United Nations Development Program’s (UNDP) third Millennium Development Goal (MDG) of promoting gender equality, said National Council for Women (NCW) Chairman Mervat Al-Tallawi.

March 13, 2014
A LOOK AT THE RIGHTS OF ARAB WOMEN

A quick look at the rights of women across Arab countries today. The article offers a snapshot of how women are fairing in different Arab countries.

March 10, 2014
15 Acts Of Women’s Activism That Are Changing The World

These women haven’t won Nobel Prizes or hit the speaking circuit. But they’re pushing boundaries, changing norms, saving lives, and speaking up — even where bad news dominates the headlines.

February 7, 2014
Presidential Candidates Begin Campaigns for Afghanistan’s April Election

According to TOLO News, many of the 11 candidates have focused on similar, broad issues so far, including security, human rights, women’s participation in government, corruption, and

Report from SIGAR: Challenges to Securing Afghan Women’s Gains in a Post-2014 Environment

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February 7, 2014

Report from SIGAR: Challenges to Securing Afghan Women’s Gains in a Post-2014 Environment

The situation for women during the Taliban regime contrasted sharply with that observed in earlier periods, particularly the era of the Soviet occupation (1979-89).

The situation for women during the Taliban regime contrasted sharply with that observed in earlier periods, particularly the era of the Soviet occupation (1979-89).

January 31, 2014
Politics 101: How to Get Involved as a Young Woman

If someone would have told me five years ago that I’d be co-directing a website with a state representative, connecting with progressive women leaders from around the country, and going to conferences to speak on young women in politics in 2014, I would have started laughing hysterically.

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January 11, 2014
Rahul Gandhi: If I bring one change, it would be women's empowerment in India

AICC vice-president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday batted for giving youth more space in politics and said the fundamental reason for them not getting it is that the "process for entry and promotions are not transparent".