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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.

Survey on attitudes toward women in politics in Montenegro

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February 8, 2013

Survey on attitudes toward women in politics in Montenegro

The goal of this research was to:
1. To examine attitudes, opinions and perception of public opinion, that is, to study the attitudes, opinions and perception of Montenegrin citizens through field F2F survey and discussion groups which include evaluations by means of response meters.

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The goal of this research was to:
1. To examine attitudes, opinions and perception of public opinion, that is, to study the attitudes, opinions and perception of Montenegrin citizens through field F2F survey and discussion groups which include evaluations by means of response meters.

February 1, 2013
KENYA: Women Got a Raw Deal in Party Primaries

The number of women who made it to the party lists for normal competitive seats in the forthcoming elections remains diminutive raising a red-flag amongst many Kenyans.

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NDI & UNDP: Empowering Women for Stronger Political Parties: A Good Practices Guide to Promote Women's Political Participation

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January 28, 2013

NDI & UNDP: Empowering Women for Stronger Political Parties: A Good Practices Guide to Promote Women's Political Participation

A good practices guide to promote women's political participation.

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A good practices guide to promote women's political participation.

December 27, 2012
Indonesia: Parties still discriminating against women, says study

Despite numerous rules and regulations requiring political parties to promote gender equality, a recent study by the University of Indonesia has found that parties in the country have continued with discriminatory policies against women.

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December 20, 2012
Sierra Leone: Activists denounce low female showing in S.Leone parliament

Sierra Leone gender activists on Monday bemoaned the low representation of women in the country’s parliament after recent general elections, saying it has steadily decreased.

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December 18, 2012
Zambia: ZNWL launches fund to push women to Parliament

Speaking during the launch, ZNWL founding member Gladys Mutukwa explained that the funds were part of efforts by the women’s movement to fulfill the SADC declaration of having at least 50 per cent women in decisio-making positions.

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December 11, 2012
Nigeria: ANPP Avocates For Women, Youth Active Participation In Politics

The National Secretary, All Nigeria People’s Party (ANPP), Alhaji Tijjani Tumsah , said on Monday that the party would continue to ensure that women and youths participated actively in politics.

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December 10, 2012
Zimbabwe: Zanu PF courting women, youths for 2013 polls

ZANU PF says it will fashion its campaign for the 2013 general elections along demographic lines, hoping to curry favor with such population clusters as the youths, women and people with special interests.

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December 10, 2012
Germany: Women, immigrants on the rise in Merkel's conservative makeover

Aygul Ozkan, the daughter of a Turkish tailor, is the new face of Germany's ruling conservatives.

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