As the prominence of women in politics increases, so does the incidence of violence against women in politics. This section highlights news, interviews, resources and events on violence against women in politics
This publication, Addressing violence against women in politics: Institutional responses and good practices by parliaments, offers practical evidence and guidance on how parliaments address violence against women in politics.
When a woman parliamentary aspirant in Nyeri County withdrew from an election race after a fabricated sex video was circulated online, the attack went beyond humiliating one individual.
Gender has become one of the defining political battlegrounds of our time.
There are phrases born from the deepest pain that end up changing history.
The webinar was organized by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) under the Women and Youth Democratic Engagement (WYDE) Women’s Leadership Initiative, funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with UN
The webinar was organized by the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) under the Women and Youth Democratic Engagement (WYDE) Women’s Leadership Initiative, funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with UN
Like most households, mine has a morning routine.
As we wait for our baby to wake, my partner makes me a coffee and I open an app designed to shield me from the worst of the internet. It has become as routine as checking my emails.
Introduction
Introduction
Online trolling and harassment are increasingly affecting how women participate in politics in Namibia, with some politicians saying the abuse has led to self-censorship, anxiety and reduced engagement on public platforms.
In the rapidly evolving digital ecosystem, a disturbing form of synthetic media has emerged as one of the most potent tools of intimidation and character assassination: sexual deepfakes.