May 30, 2022
"Go home and cook": Maharashtra BJP leader's sexist jab at MP Supriya Sule
The sexist comment was made as the two parties sparred over reservations for OBC (Other Backward Class) in Maharashtra.
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.
May 30, 2022
"A proud moment for us," says Dalit body after Midha’s election; she represents the Labour Party
'A proud moment for us,' says Dalit body after Midha's election; she represents the Labour Party.
Where are the women? The challenge facing the next PNG parliament
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May 25, 2022
Where are the women? The challenge facing the next PNG parliament
A country ranking among the world’s lowest for political participation by women has enormous social bias to overcome.
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A country ranking among the world’s lowest for political participation by women has enormous social bias to overcome.
Canada: More women in politics would help safeguard access to abortion
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May 24, 2022
Canada: More women in politics would help safeguard access to abortion
"Women hold just 30 per cent of seats in Parliament; only two of 12 premiers are women. It matters because women matter."
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"Women hold just 30 per cent of seats in Parliament; only two of 12 premiers are women. It matters because women matter."
May 24, 2022
Nepal: Women candidates elected as mayor in two Rautahat local levels
The result announcement of elections held on May 13 have revealed two women candidates as the winners of mayoral elections in two local levels of Rautahat district.
Interviews
Grace Boroto
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May 23, 2022
Grace Boroto
Member of the Parliament of South Africa
Member of the Parliament of South Africa
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Member of the Parliament of South Africa
Australia: Hey, guess what, guys? Women vote too – and they may decide the outcome of this election
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May 19, 2022
Australia: Hey, guess what, guys? Women vote too – and they may decide the outcome of this election
Because “women’s issues” have been in the headlines over the last year, it may seem strange they have not been more prominent in the election campaign.
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Because “women’s issues” have been in the headlines over the last year, it may seem strange they have not been more prominent in the election campaign.
Politics and peril for Asian women
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May 19, 2022
Politics and peril for Asian women
The political landscape in Asia has been very dynamic lately, but it is a disappointment to me personally that events have not been kind to women.
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The political landscape in Asia has been very dynamic lately, but it is a disappointment to me personally that events have not been kind to women.
How women have helped change the culture of politics in Quebec
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May 17, 2022
How women have helped change the culture of politics in Quebec
As a high number of women leave the National Assembly, things are slow to change — but getting better.
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As a high number of women leave the National Assembly, things are slow to change — but getting better.