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2021 Report by the OSCE PA Special Representative on Gender Issues highlights surge in violence against women journalists and politicians

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November 8, 2021

2021 Report by the OSCE PA Special Representative on Gender Issues highlights surge in violence against women journalists and politicians

Special Representative on Gender Issues Hedy Fry (Canada) issued the 2021 Report today with a thematic focus on “Violence against women journalists and politicians: a growing crisis,” shedding light on intensifying and widespread offline and online violence against women in two public f

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Special Representative on Gender Issues Hedy Fry (Canada) issued the 2021 Report today with a thematic focus on “Violence against women journalists and politicians: a growing crisis,” shedding light on intensifying and widespread offline and online violence against women in two public f

The life of women and men in Lebanon: a statistical portrait

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November 8, 2021

The life of women and men in Lebanon: a statistical portrait

The compilation, analysis and dissemination of gender statistics are critical to capture the specific realities in the life of women and men.

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The compilation, analysis and dissemination of gender statistics are critical to capture the specific realities in the life of women and men.

November 8, 2021
UN Women, The European Union and The World Bank launch two reports with a focus on economic and political opportunities for all women in Lebanon

Beirut, (UN Women, The European Union and The World Bank) - Lebanon is facing a convergence of political, economic and social crises, all exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. These crises are causing extraor

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November 4, 2021
Belgium comes bottom of new 'Women in Diplomacy' ranking

The position of ambassador is considered the pinnacle of a diplomatic career. However, it is a position that still remains dominated by men.

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Michelle Wu speaks to supporters Wednesday night in Boston, Massachusetts. Photograph: Allison Dinner/Getty Images - The Guardian
November 4, 2021
Michelle Wu becomes Boston’s first woman and person of color to be elected mayor

Michelle Wu has made history after being elected as mayor of Boston, becoming the first woman and person of color elected to the position in almost 200 years.

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The Westchester Black Women's Political Caucus celebrated its 45th anniversary in Yonkers Sunday. Copyright: Lohud.
November 4, 2021
Paying homage: Westchester Black Women's Political Caucus attracts New York politicians

New York leaders ingratiated themselves with the Westchester Black Women's Political Caucus on Sunday in Yonkers, as the organization celebrated its 45th anniversary and showcased its rise to power.

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Point break: using machine learning to uncover a critical mass in women's representation

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November 2, 2021

Point break: using machine learning to uncover a critical mass in women's representation

Decades of research has debated whether women first need to reach a “critical mass” in the legislature before they can effectively influence legislative outcomes.

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Decades of research has debated whether women first need to reach a “critical mass” in the legislature before they can effectively influence legislative outcomes.

November 1, 2021
Will quota seats in Iraqi politics advance women's rights?

In-depth: More than 95 female candidates were elected in Iraq's election according to preliminary results, exceeding the 83-seat quota. But some say political parties are manipulating the system for electoral gain, rather than to empower women.

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