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.
As Togo prepares for the legislative and regional elections on April 29, 2024, a significant number of women are in the electoral race, defying traditional norms and expectations.
Introduction
Introduction
Today, China joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. Mao Zedong once famously said that women hold up half the sky.
Today, China joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. Mao Zedong once famously said that women hold up half the sky.
In the bustling political landscape of Pakistan, a resounding call for gender equality echoes through the halls of power.
In the bustling political landscape of Pakistan, a resounding call for gender equality echoes through the halls of power.
With the Women’s Reservation Bill being passed in Parliament last year, the debate on whether quota wit
With the Women’s Reservation Bill being passed in Parliament last year, the debate on whether quota wit
The Pakistan elections are only a day away, on February 8, and candida
PESHAWAR: In the lead-up to Pakistan’s general elections on Thursday, a concerning reality emerges regarding the inadequate prioritization of women’s representation within political parties.
The Japanese Communist Party (JCP) chose Tomoko Tamura as its first-ever female leader Thursday, apparently in the hope of broadening its support base and attracting a wider array of voters.
Although two women — Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia — served as prime ministers of Bangladesh for 31 out of 33 years since 1991, the representation of women in national politics is still negligible.