February 3, 2025
Women in public positions in North Macedonia are easy targets of hate speech
This article by Fjola Zlatku was first published in Albanian by Portalb.mk and translated into English
Violence Against Women in Politics
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
‘We have a big body of work ahead’ – New junior minister says government is facing uphill task to attract more women into politics Fianna Fáil TD Niamh Smyth has said the current junior and senior ministerial make-up of the new government is not reflectiv
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January 31, 2025
‘We have a big body of work ahead’ – New junior minister says government is facing uphill task to attract more women into politics Fianna Fáil TD Niamh Smyth has said the current junior and senior ministerial make-up of the new government is not reflectiv
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Ending harassment in politics is non-negotiable
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January 31, 2025
Ending harassment in politics is non-negotiable
Among the most pressing issues we face today is the persistent harassment of women in politics and government — a problem that undermines both the integrity of public service and the diversity of leadership our communities desperately need
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Among the most pressing issues we face today is the persistent harassment of women in politics and government — a problem that undermines both the integrity of public service and the diversity of leadership our communities desperately need
January 27, 2025
Attacks on Jess Phillips show how online abuse of women is intended to keep them out of the public square
British MP Jess Phillips describing the online attacks she has received from Elon Musk in recent days as “very, very, very tiring” will have struck a chord with many women.
Women Less Likely To Talk About Politics Online
January 15, 2025
The most affected by terrorism, women seek space in the reconstruction of Niger: 'Villages should live in peace'
Women have always been at the forefront of people’s struggles in Niger. The example of Saraounia Mangou is emblematic and became a film.
Why have we normalised hate speech against women in politics?
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January 14, 2025
Why have we normalised hate speech against women in politics?
Women have emerged as a significant vote bank in the last few elections in India. Despite that, political speeches of elected representatives or contestants across parties have consistently displayed an aversion to or prejudice against women.
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Women have emerged as a significant vote bank in the last few elections in India. Despite that, political speeches of elected representatives or contestants across parties have consistently displayed an aversion to or prejudice against women.
‘Enough is enough’: Journalist Asma Shirazi condemns harassment campaign against her
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January 13, 2025
‘Enough is enough’: Journalist Asma Shirazi condemns harassment campaign against her
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January 7, 2025
AI-generated deepfakes targeting women politicians around the world
From the United States to Italy, Britain, and Pakistan, female politicians are increasingly becoming victims of AI-generated deepfake pornography or sexualised images, in a troubling trend that researchers say threatens women’s participation in public life.