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November 2, 2020
EU deepens efforts to engage Libyan women in politics

In a statement on Friday, the Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Libya and the Ambassadors of EU Member States accredited to Libya reiterated their aid

Nanaia Mahuta, the new foreign minister, is one of eight women in the cabinet © Getty Images
November 2, 2020
Jacinda Ardern appoints most diverse cabinet in New Zealand history

Prime minister appoints Maori as first woman foreign minister and offers Greens two posts.

October 30, 2020
Electing more women is focus of youth social campaign in Georgia

UNDP and Sweden support awareness-raising among first-time voters.

October 28, 2020
Somali women demand guarantee of 30% of parliament in 2021 election

Women's rights groups, prominent businesswomen and female politicians in Somalia are urging the country's male-dominated parliament to pass a bill reserving 30 per cent of seats for women in next year's general election.

October 28, 2020
Who was Victoria Woodhull? Meet the first woman to run for president of the United States

The first woman to run for president of the United States was unable to vote, too young to be elected, ignored by her chosen running mate, and ultimate