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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.

Equality in Politics: An Overview of Key Findings

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March 17, 2014

Equality in Politics: An Overview of Key Findings

6 key findings on obstacles to women in politics based on a an Inter-parlimentary Union survey of Women and Men in Parliaments

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6 key findings on obstacles to women in politics based on a an Inter-parlimentary Union survey of Women and Men in Parliaments

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March 12, 2014
Hillary Is Using the Internet to Accomplish Everything She Was Told She Could Never Do

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March 4, 2014
Burton describes Dáil as ‘a men’s club’, Ireland

Irish society continues to treat women as second-class citizens, according to a report dedicated to creating a more women-friendly

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Sonja Lokar

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Sonja Lokar

Sonja Lokar is a sociologist and a specialist in political party development, social welfare state issues and gender issues. She has published more than 300 articles in Slovene, Croat, English, French and German languages. She was active as a researcher and political analyst.

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Meet Egypt’s first female political party leader

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February 24, 2014
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