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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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Seema Malhotra

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March 1, 2016

Seema Malhotra

Member of Parliament in the UK, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Founder and President of the Fabian Women's Network
Member of Parliament in the UK, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Founder and President of the Fabian Women's Network
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Member of Parliament in the UK, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Founder and President of the Fabian Women's Network

Documentary "Power in our Pockets: Social Media, Money and Politics in the Digital Age"

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February 29, 2016

Documentary "Power in our Pockets: Social Media, Money and Politics in the Digital Age"

Both men and women politicians need

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Both men and women politicians need

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February 18, 2016
Recommendations of the "Egyptian woman in Parliament 2015" Conference

The Arab Consultancy Office (ACO) in cooperation with the Egyptian Centre for Women’s

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Political party financing and equal participation of women in Kenyan electoral politics: A situation overview

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February 11, 2016

Political party financing and equal participation of women in Kenyan electoral politics: A situation overview

This report, published in 2015 by the International Institute for Electoral Assistance and Democracy  presents findings from a study on political party finan

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This report, published in 2015 by the International Institute for Electoral Assistance and Democracy  presents findings from a study on political party finan

Women and power: Overcoming barriers to leadership and influence'

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February 10, 2016

Women and power: Overcoming barriers to leadership and influence'

‘Women and power: Overcoming barriers to leadership and influence’ is a case study developed as a result of the project ‘Women’s Voice and Leadership in Decision-Making project’.

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‘Women and power: Overcoming barriers to leadership and influence’ is a case study developed as a result of the project ‘Women’s Voice and Leadership in Decision-Making project’.

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Course Gender Equality in Latin America and the Caribbean at the local level: democratic governance and inclusive development

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Course Gender Equality in Latin America and the Caribbean at the local level: democratic governance and inclusive development

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