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.
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.
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
August 29, 2017
Turkish party leader urges women and young people to go into politics
Main opposition Republican People’s
Paper on Women’s Political Parties in Europe
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August 10, 2017
Paper on Women’s Political Parties in Europe
This paper considers the emergence
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This paper considers the emergence
Why women don't run for office
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August 10, 2017
Why women don't run for office
Women represent 20 percent of Congr
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Women represent 20 percent of Congr
July 7, 2017
Is public funding effectively increasing women’s political participation?
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Women’s Political Participation in the Commonwealth
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Women’s Political Participation in the Commonwealth
A group of 25 people will be attending a workshop on Friday 7 Jul
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