Violence Against Women in Politics

Women in politics face more hostility and intimidation from the public, both online and offline.

The vision of an inclusive democracy, forged on the streets during the July uprising, has collided with a formidable structural wall.

As usual, Congress gathers around this time of year to try to extract some electoral advantage from International Women’s Day. Close to March 8, lawmakers typically hold a joint effort to approve measures aimed at female voters—initiatives that, on their merits, few would oppose.

HAVANA TIMES – Women’s political participation in Latin America and the Caribbean has increased over the last 25 years, especially in the legislative branch, but this rise has been accompanied by more discrimination and violence, amplified and accelerated by cyberspaces.

As Ghana prepares for its 2027 local elections, new research presented in Accra highlights that violence against women in politics remains a significant barrier to democratic participation at the local level.

As Ghana prepares for local elections in 2027, new research presented in Accra today warns that violence against women in politics remains a significan