April 17, 2026
When women are driven from public life, democracy pays the price
It is not news to me that women in politics are targeted differently to men.
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
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Webinar: Presenting Findings of Fact Sheets on Gender Social Norms and Women’s Political Participation and Representation
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Webinar: Presenting Findings of Fact Sheets on Gender Social Norms and Women’s Political Participation and Representation
The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is organising a webinar under the Wom
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March 30, 2026
Artificial Intelligence is fuelling abuse of women and girls at 'unprecedented scale'
March 30, 2026
Women in politics face harm from non-physical violence, advocates warn
Advocates belonging to liberal parties in Asia have called for an end to the non-physical violence against women in politics.
Countering Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence in Tunisia
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March 25, 2026
Countering Technology Facilitated Gender Based Violence in Tunisia
Since Tunisia’s 2011 revolution, digital platforms have become central to political participation in the country, enabling female politicians, elections candidates, activists and public figures to mobilise communities and shape public debate.However, this visibility has
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Since Tunisia’s 2011 revolution, digital platforms have become central to political participation in the country, enabling female politicians, elections candidates, activists and public figures to mobilise communities and shape public debate.However, this visibility has
March 23, 2026
Gusia: 90% of women active in politics have been victims of hate speech and misogynistic attacks
Gusia added that female politicians are an easier target for threats.
March 23, 2026
Women in politics facing more online hostility
Women in politics face more hostility and intimidation from the public, both online and offline.
March 23, 2026
Men, money and muscle still guard the gates of politics
The vision of an inclusive democracy, forged on the streets during the July uprising, has collided with a formidable structural wall.