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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

October 7, 2020
Japanese lawmaker’s comments on sexual assault spark calls for more female representation in politics

A Japanese lawmaker has apologized for claiming that women can lie about sexual assault. The comments sparked an online petition and have led to calls for increased diversity in the country’s male-dominated politics.

October 5, 2020
Sex abuse scandals rock Denmark after missed ‘MeToo’ moment

A country generally admired for its high standards of gender equality is now dealing with allegations of systematic sexual harassment at the top of the political establishment.

September 29, 2020
Tlaib joins call for govt action to end violence against women in politics

A group of Democratic U.S.

September 29, 2020
Death threats aimed at Dr. Bonnie Henry mirror contempt faced by female leaders, experts say

The revelation that B.C.'s provincial health officer has received death threats comes as no surprise to some women leaders who say this kind of abuse is a widespread problem.

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?