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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

Global Voices
March 11, 2024
New song titled ‘Mom has a Secret’ features mothers from Russia who are anti-war activists

Russian singer Monetochka (Liza Gyrdymova), who lives in exile after the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine started in February 2022, released a song in honor of the International

Source: Dhaka Tribune
March 8, 2024
Why is women leadership in politics still insignificant?

The landscape of women leadership in Bangladesh presents a paradox: despite notable female figures in key political positions, the overarching advancement of women into leadership roles remains stagnant. Despite having a female prime minister, a female speake

euractiv
March 8, 2024
Moving from protection to prevention: combating violence against locally elected women

In our pursuit of gender equality, the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) is committed to exposing the hurdles faced by women in local and regional politics.

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Unpacking Democracy: Intersectionality of Gender and Violence Against Political Actors

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Unpacking Democracy: Intersectionality of Gender and Violence Against Political Actors

Luxembourg is placing gender at the heart of its 2024 Presidency of the Council of Member States of International IDEA.

THE BORGEN PROJECT
February 20, 2024
Recent initiatives empowering women in Mali

Mali, a landlocked country in West Africa, has one of the world’s fastest growing populations. The country houses more than nine million women, yet the state of women’s health remains a critical issue. Women in Mali face significant challenges.

Source: Feminism in India
February 19, 2024
Underdogs take on authoritarians in ‘And So It Begins’ and ‘Igualada’

For standing up to the dangerous elements of today’s political reality—racial and socio-economic disparities and crackdowns on dissent, among them—both Robredo in the Philippines and Márquez in Colombia faced threats online and offline.

Source: League of Women Voters
February 16, 2024
League of Women Voters: Politics and ethical decisions

Ethical principles help us make positive and just decisions that contribute to the common good of all.