Reach higher: black women in American politics 2021
Black women are a powerful force in the American political system, and their political power continues to grow and garner recognition for the force it is.
Women's Leadership
Gender-inclusive peace processes: Strengthening women’s meaningful participation through constituency building
In July 2021, UN Women convened the global conference “Gender-inclusive peace processes: Strengthening women’s meaningful participation through constituency building”, in partnership with CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation, and with financial support from the Ger
December 15, 2021
Australians want more women in politics
Australians want to see more women in politics, new research has found.
December 14, 2021
The gals behind Samoa’s first woman PM
There are fewer women in politics in the Pacific Islands than in any other part of the world, according to UN Women.
December 13, 2021
Fiji: women are still under-represented in Parliament
Women are still under-represented in Parliament. Minister for Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation Rosy Akbar made the remark in her response to President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere’s Parliament opening address.
US black women leaders are determined to be among the ranks of governors
By Glynda C. Carr
December 13, 2021
Work on violence against women in politics wins Grawemeyer world order award
As women's influence in politics grows, so have the threats and coercion they have faced, according to a Rutgers scholar's grim analysis.
December 9, 2021
In India, She is a Changemaker programme launched for women in politics
The National Commission for Women (NCW) launched 'She is a Changemaker' programme for women politicians on December 7, 2021.
December 8, 2021
New Chancellor appoints Germany’s first gender-equal cabinet
Germany’s new government will have more women in its cabinet than ever before, with incoming Chancellor Olaf Scholz appointing 8 women and 8 men as ministers.