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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

Violence against women in politics case study: United Kingdom

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June 22, 2018

Violence against women in politics case study: United Kingdom

Violence against women (VAW) is a scourge on any society. This paper considers the myriad ways in which this behaviour affects the participation and experiences of women in political life in the United Kingdom.

Violence against women (VAW) is a scourge on any society. This paper considers the myriad ways in which this behaviour affects the participation and experiences of women in political life in the United Kingdom.

June 21, 2018
Zimbabwe: Commission slams attacks on women politicians

The Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) yesterday expressed concern over attacks on female politicians in the country, which has manifested in many forms, including psychological violence.

June 19, 2018
Zimbabwe: Women bear brunt of violence in politics

Former MDC-T deputy president Thokozani Khupe in February spent most of Morgan Tsvangirai’s funeral holed up in a hut, fearing for her life, as party youths threatened her with violence.

June 12, 2018
Anti-harassment panel will look for ways to promote more women in politics, Mendoza says

Democratic state Comptroller Susana Mendoza says the party’s panel on sexual harassment issues will go beyond that subject to look at ways to recruit more women to run for public office.

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Fourth woman to preside over UN General Assembly dedicates her election to women in politics

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June 8, 2018

Fourth woman to preside over UN General Assembly dedicates her election to women in politics

María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés is the fourth woman in the UN's history to be elected President of the General Assembly.

María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés is the fourth woman in the UN's history to be elected President of the General Assembly.

June 8, 2018
Ecuadorian politician and poet becomes fourth woman to preside over UN General Assembly

The United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday elected Ecuadorean Foreign Minister María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés, President of its upcoming 73rd session; only the fourth woman to hold that position in the history of the world body, and the firs

June 6, 2018
Brazil women bring fight against sexism on to political agenda

When a leftwing female congresswoman was described as too ugly to be raped, Manuela D’Avila’s stomach turned. The speaker was Jair Bolsonaro, the Brazilian far rightwing congressman and presidential candidate.

May 17, 2018
MP who called Jacinda Ardern a ‘stupid little girl’ refuses to own up

Member of New Zealand’s opposition made comment about prime minister in parliament

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SIMA RAMA's Impact Talk on Institutionalized Violence & Women in Politics

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May 16, 2018

SIMA RAMA's Impact Talk on Institutionalized Violence & Women in Politics

Watch SIMA RAMA’s Impact Talk with Joey Boink, the Director of 

Watch SIMA RAMA’s Impact Talk with Joey Boink, the Director of