January 20, 2025
Carving a space for women in Yemeni politics
Ten years of war have severely weakened political life, undermining its role as a peaceful foundation for society in Yemen.
Women's Leadership
Fighting for change: why the road to parliament is still rocky for women across Africa
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January 9, 2025
Fighting for change: why the road to parliament is still rocky for women across Africa
This year, 18 of Africa’s 54 countries went to the polls for presidential or general elections, making 2024 a significant year on the continent.
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This year, 18 of Africa’s 54 countries went to the polls for presidential or general elections, making 2024 a significant year on the continent.
January 9, 2025
New Opportunities: Claudia Sheinbaum's Presidency and the Future of Mexico’s Gender Policy
Claudia Sheinbaum’s election as Mexico’s president has captured global attention for several reasons. Mexico is the world’s 12th largest economy.
January 9, 2025
Ghana’s First Female Vice President: A Trailblazer in Leadership and Inspiration
Ghana made history when the National Democratic Congress (NDC) nominated Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate to former President John Dramani Mahama for the 2020 general elections.
Bridging the gap: Addressing gender inequality in politics and leadership
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January 8, 2025
Bridging the gap: Addressing gender inequality in politics and leadership
MOST often during political elections in Tanzania and across the world, women face a number of gender-based barriers to leadership, something which contributes to their defeat.
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MOST often during political elections in Tanzania and across the world, women face a number of gender-based barriers to leadership, something which contributes to their defeat.
January 8, 2025
African women celebrate as Ghana swears in first female Vice President
Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has officially assumed the role of Vice President of Ghana following her swearing-in on Tuesday.
Political reintegration and the continuation of the struggle after war: Women ex-combatants in formal and informal politics
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January 6, 2025
Political reintegration and the continuation of the struggle after war: Women ex-combatants in formal and informal politics
This is the second issue of our policy insight series on gender-inclusive conflict transformation. This paper explores the political re-conversion pathways that women ex-combatants pursue after the signing of a peace agreement.
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This is the second issue of our policy insight series on gender-inclusive conflict transformation. This paper explores the political re-conversion pathways that women ex-combatants pursue after the signing of a peace agreement.
Water Politics: Empowering Youth, Women, and Indigenous and Local Communities
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January 4, 2025
Water Politics: Empowering Youth, Women, and Indigenous and Local Communities
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January 2, 2025
Women leaders urge others to embrace political ambitions
Following their victories in the recent Local Government Elections, newly elected female leaders are encouraging other women to pursue leadership roles despite the challenges.