November 28, 2024
Namibia votes and could have its first female leader. But election upsets have shaken the region
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.
November 25, 2024
General Election 2024: The Irish political system is 'stacked in men's favour'
Women are "grossly under-represented" in Irish politics and the political system is "stacked in men's favour", a seminar exploring female representation in local politics has heard.
Exposed: Malawi’s political party leadership still dominated by men, undermining gender equality efforts
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November 24, 2024
Exposed: Malawi’s political party leadership still dominated by men, undermining gender equality efforts
Malawi’s political landscape continues to be marked by a stark gender imbalance in its leadership structures, with men still occupying the majority of top positions across the country’s major political parties.
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Malawi’s political landscape continues to be marked by a stark gender imbalance in its leadership structures, with men still occupying the majority of top positions across the country’s major political parties.
November 18, 2024
Record number of women in Irish election, says group
A record number of women candidates are registered to stand in this month's general election in the Republic of Ireland, according to a campaign group.
November 17, 2024
Indonesia's male-dominated government stokes gender debate
The gender dimensions of the Gen Z vote: What both parties can learn
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November 13, 2024
The gender dimensions of the Gen Z vote: What both parties can learn
Donald Trump’s victory was helped in no small part by the unexpected shift of support he received among Gen Z voters.
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Donald Trump’s victory was helped in no small part by the unexpected shift of support he received among Gen Z voters.
November 5, 2024
Who is Kemi Badenoch, the first black woman to lead the UK Conservatives?
Kemi Badenoch has become the new leader of the UK Conservatives and the first black woman to lead a major political party in the UK.
