Women's Leadership
More women in politics is the key to our future
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June 4, 2024
More women in politics is the key to our future
We could not agree more with female members of parliament (MPs) in Bangladesh who have advocated for a dedicated law to enhance female participation in politics and empower women leaders.
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We could not agree more with female members of parliament (MPs) in Bangladesh who have advocated for a dedicated law to enhance female participation in politics and empower women leaders.
Mexico elects first female president − but will that improve the lot of country’s women?
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June 4, 2024
Mexico elects first female president − but will that improve the lot of country’s women?
Mexico will have its first woman president following a landmark vote on June 2, 2024.
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Mexico will have its first woman president following a landmark vote on June 2, 2024.
May 30, 2024
Women in politics are progressing in the EU, in Hungary they are not
In the last five-year term, both the proportion of women in the European Parliament and in relevant positions in European institutions have improved significantly.
USA: Women's Status in 2024 State Level Elections
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May 29, 2024
USA: Women's Status in 2024 State Level Elections
Earlier this month, I laid out where things stand for women in 2024 congressional elections, showing that the number of women
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Earlier this month, I laid out where things stand for women in 2024 congressional elections, showing that the number of women
May 28, 2024
'Huge change': Mexico expected to elect first woman president
MEXICO - Mexico is on course to elect its first woman president this weekend, with two front-runners competing to break the highest political glass ceiling in a country with a history of gender violence and inequality.
May 27, 2024
Women’s leadership and political participation
From the local to the global level, women’s leadership and political participation are restricted. Women are underrepresented as voters, as well as in leading positions, whether in elected office, the civil service, the private sector or academia.
May 23, 2024
Women political participation in Ukraine in the focus of experts’ discussion
On 20 May 2024, a round table on "Ensuring women’s engagement in political processes in Ukraine" was held in Kyiv.