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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

August 31, 2020
We are horribly sexist to female politicians. Google data proves it

New data on Google searches lays bare the obstacles female politicians face in trying to connect with an electorate, especially if they’re becoming well-known for the first time.

August 14, 2020
Belarus: Authorities threatening women political activists ahead of election

President Alyaksandr Lukashenka seeking re-election next month for sixth consecutive term.

July 28, 2020
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s response to Rep. Ted Yoho hits home for many other women in politics and business

On Thursday, Rep.

Eternal mothers, whores or witches: being a woman in politics in Zimbabwe

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July 27, 2020

Eternal mothers, whores or witches: being a woman in politics in Zimbabwe

The political arena in Zimbabwe is a de facto male space in which women play very peripheral and insignificant roles. 

The political arena in Zimbabwe is a de facto male space in which women play very peripheral and insignificant roles. 

‘Expect sexism’: a gender politics expert reads Julia Gillard’s Women and Leadership

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July 24, 2020

‘Expect sexism’: a gender politics expert reads Julia Gillard’s Women and Leadership

Why are there so few women at the top levels of politics?

Why are there so few women at the top levels of politics?

July 24, 2020
‘I Am Someone’s Daughter, Too’: Ocasio-Cortez, House Democrats Call Out ‘Culture’ Of Sexism In Congress

Over a dozen House Democrats, led by Rep.

Interviews

Gender-based violence and COVID-19

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July 9, 2020

Gender-based violence and COVID-19

Gender-based violence (GBV) increases during every type of emergency – whether economic crises, conflict or disease outbreaks. Pre-existing toxic social norms and gender inequalities, economic and social stress caused by the COVID-19 p

Gender-based violence (GBV) increases during every type of emergency – whether economic crises, conflict or disease outbreaks. Pre-existing toxic social norms and gender inequalities, economic and social stress caused by the COVID-19 p

Interviews