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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.

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Briefing on Women’s Political Participation: Global Tools, Trends and Challenges

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Briefing on Women’s Political Participation: Global Tools, Trends and Challenges

A Briefing Series Inspired by Sustainable Development Goal #5: “Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls”

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Journeys from Exclusion to Inclusion: Marginalized women's successes in overcoming political exclusion

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January 9, 2018

Journeys from Exclusion to Inclusion: Marginalized women's successes in overcoming political exclusion

Journeys from Exclusion to Inclusion: Marginalized Women’s Successes in Overcoming Political Exclusion identifies critical factors preventing marginalized women’s inclusion in customary and democratic decision-making structures and describes how women have worked in overcoming barri

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Journeys from Exclusion to Inclusion: Marginalized Women’s Successes in Overcoming Political Exclusion identifies critical factors preventing marginalized women’s inclusion in customary and democratic decision-making structures and describes how women have worked in overcoming barri

Report on "Regional Organizations, Gender Equality and the Political Empowerment of Women"

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December 15, 2017

Report on "Regional Organizations, Gender Equality and the Political Empowerment of Women"

Gender equality and the political empowerment of women are key elements for the consolidation of sustainable democracies worldwide.

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Gender equality and the political empowerment of women are key elements for the consolidation of sustainable democracies worldwide.

October 31, 2017
Fewer women in Iceland's new parliament

The Icelandic general elections took place last weekend. The results show that the number of women as members of parliament decreases.

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Facebook Live Discussion on the Role of Male Champions in Promoting Women's Political Participation and Leadership

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October 2, 2017

Facebook Live Discussion on the Role of Male Champions in Promoting Women's Political Participation and Leadership

Co-organized by iKNOW Politics and International Gender Champions, this Facebook Live discussion brought together a diverse panel of Geneva-based Gender Champions who shared their experiences and views on the role of ma

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Co-organized by iKNOW Politics and International Gender Champions, this Facebook Live discussion brought together a diverse panel of Geneva-based Gender Champions who shared their experiences and views on the role of ma

Somali women’s political participation and leadership: Evidence and opportunities

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September 29, 2017

Somali women’s political participation and leadership: Evidence and opportunities

This report synthesises findings from an eleven month qualitative research project (August 2016 - June 2017), carried out by Social Development Direct and Forcier Consulting, and funded by the Resea

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This report synthesises findings from an eleven month qualitative research project (August 2016 - June 2017), carried out by Social Development Direct and Forcier Consulting, and funded by the Resea

September 8, 2017
Proposals to increase number of female MPs in Commons rejected

The government has rejected all six proposals to give parliament more equal female

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August 29, 2017
Turkish party leader urges women and young people to go into politics

Main opposition Republican People’s

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