July 14, 2016
Theresa May becomes Britain's second female Prime Minister
After weeks of uncertainty in Briti
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.
July 12, 2016
We need more women in politics: Here’s how to make quotas work
The low representation of women in
July 11, 2016
More female MPs wanted in Malawi's Parliament
They used to be in a bigger number
July 7, 2016
Women’s presence in politics still limited in South Korea
While the 20th National Assembly ha
Somalia: Women’s Political Participation in Puntland - Prospects for Progress
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June 21, 2016
Somalia: Women’s Political Participation in Puntland - Prospects for Progress
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Toolkit on how to build the capacities of women politicians and political parties
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June 21, 2016
Toolkit on how to build the capacities of women politicians and political parties
Women comprise over 50 per cent of
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Women comprise over 50 per cent of
June 8, 2016
Hillary Clinton gathers enough delegate commitments to become the presidential nominee of the Democratic Party
On Monday 6 June 2016, Hillary Rodh