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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.

Building Democracy in Yemen: Women's Political Participation, Political Party Life and Democratic Elections

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February 16, 2007

Building Democracy in Yemen: Women's Political Participation, Political Party Life and Democratic Elections

This report is the result of a project carried out by International IDEA and the Arab NGO Network for Development (ANND), aimed at discussing democratic reform in Egypt, Jordan and Yemen.

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This report is the result of a project carried out by International IDEA and the Arab NGO Network for Development (ANND), aimed at discussing democratic reform in Egypt, Jordan and Yemen.

Building Democracy in Jordan: Women's Political Participation, Political Party Life and Democratic Elections

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February 16, 2007

Building Democracy in Jordan: Women's Political Participation, Political Party Life and Democratic Elections

This report is the result of a project carried out by International IDEA and the Arab NGO Network for Development (ANND), aimed at discussing democratic reform in Egypt, Jordan and Yemen.

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This report is the result of a project carried out by International IDEA and the Arab NGO Network for Development (ANND), aimed at discussing democratic reform in Egypt, Jordan and Yemen.

Sri Lanka - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 16, 2007

Sri Lanka - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in Sri Lanka. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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This report provides information on political parties in Sri Lanka. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

South Africa - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 16, 2007

South Africa - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in South Africa. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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This report provides information on political parties in South Africa. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

Slovakia - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 16, 2007

Slovakia - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in Slovakia. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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This report provides information on political parties in Slovakia. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

Political Parties in Africa

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February 15, 2007

Political Parties in Africa

This website contains information on political parties in Africa. It also provides links to resources containing information about IDEA-sponsored activities relating to democracy building, conflict management and electoral processes in Africa.

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This website contains information on political parties in Africa. It also provides links to resources containing information about IDEA-sponsored activities relating to democracy building, conflict management and electoral processes in Africa.

Pakistan - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 15, 2007

Pakistan - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in Pakistan. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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This report provides information on political parties in Pakistan. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

Nigeria - Country Reports Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 15, 2007

Nigeria - Country Reports Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in Nigeria.

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This report provides information on political parties in Nigeria.

Nepal - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

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February 15, 2007

Nepal - Country Report Based on Research and Dialogue with Political Parties

This report provides information on political parties in Nepal. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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This report provides information on political parties in Nepal. It examines the internal functioning and structure of the political parties, as well as the external regulations and environment which shape their work.

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