Political Parties
In a representative democracy, political parties function as a link between state institutions and local grassroots organizations. It is political parties that aggregate interests, present political alternatives and nominate candidates. As such, political parties play an essential role for the advancement of women and the promotion of equality. In this section, you will find information on the role of political parties in promoting women's political participation.
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THEMATIC WEBINAR: PRESENTING FINDINGS OF FACT SHEETS ON GENDER SOCIAL NORMS & WOMEN’S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AND REPRESENTATION
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THEMATIC WEBINAR: PRESENTING FINDINGS OF FACT SHEETS ON GENDER SOCIAL NORMS & WOMEN’S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AND REPRESENTATION
The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is organising a second webinar under the Women and Youth Democratic Engagement (WY
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April 17, 2026
For a Stronger Democracy, Bangladesh Must Empower Women in Politics
When women lead, democracies thrive. Yet, in Bangladesh's electoral landscape, the voices of women remain critically underrepresented.
January 12, 2026
Women activists protest political parties’ PR lists
Women’s rights activists and civil society organisations staged a protest in Kathmandu on Friday, accusing political parties of undermining the constitutional principles of inclusive democracy while selecting candidates under the proportional representation (PR) categor
January 12, 2026
Political Parties Pledge Commitment to Women’s Political Participation
Six political parties in The Gambia have pledged to enhance women’s representation in the country’s political landscape.
January 12, 2026
Tajikistan Ranks 89th in Global Women’s Security Index
Tajikistan ranked 89th out of 181 countries in the
January 9, 2026
The 5% that never came: Women pushed aside as parties dodge election commitment
Despite women being at the forefront of the August 2024 uprising that toppled the Awami League government, political parties have largely failed to honour their pledge to nominate at least 5 percent women candidates in the parliamentary election.
January 9, 2026
No women on tickets of 30 parties
Women remain largely absent from the electoral race, with 30 of the 51 political parties contesting the upcoming national election fielding no female aspirants at all, Election Commission data shows.
Why do so many gen Z women across the US identify as ‘leftist’?
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October 20, 2025
Why do so many gen Z women across the US identify as ‘leftist’?
When Emily Gardiner first started paying attention to politics, she was 15, just beginning high school in 2016.
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When Emily Gardiner first started paying attention to politics, she was 15, just beginning high school in 2016.