Our Interviews

“Inequality is so real and so deep that you are never completely satisfied. You look ahead and see that there is much to be done. Nevertheless, I am always going to live in the present and enjoy it. We have to acknowledge that in Spain, during the past year, we have done things and taken steps that…

“…renewal implies opening up more paths for women and young women — especially in politics, so they fall in love with politics and find it a space where, besides being politicians, they can find fulfillment in other aspects of their lives.” - Mónica Xavier iKNOW Politics: What challenges have you…

“I have a dream: I hope that someday there are no borders and no wars. That there is peace throughout the world, but especially that we can communicate, that we can walk and go wherever we want, do the work we enjoy, settle where we want to settle, without conflicts of any kind. I believe that the…

“Have faith in your ideals, confidence in your abilities and respect for your fellow human beings.” – Vaira Vike-Freiberga iKNOW Politics: You were the first female President of Latvia. Dr. Freiberga, can you please tell our readers a bit about your background and how it prepared you for this…

In iKNOW Politics’s first interview with a man, Dr. José Ángel Aquino discusses the issues of political harassment, proposals for improving the quota system and political financing. Further, Dr. Aquino provides suggestions on how to enhance women’s political participation and secure support from…

“It intrigues me that women who have achieved high office are much more likely than their male counterparts to admit mistakes they have made or talk about problems they are encountering.” – Mary Robinson iKNOW Politics: You were the first woman President of Ireland. What challenges have you faced…

"The consolidated response from the International Knowledge Network of Women in Politics helped me to understand the operation of Women’s Wings in other countries and to formulate the Strategic Plan for Women Democrats which will become part of our Party Manifesto." - Lily Wangchuck iKNOW Politics…

"In the game of politics, everyone thinks that they’re the best. So if you’ve got a reason to be there, you have to keep on progressing." -Epsy Campbell iKNOW Politics: Welcome, Epsy, and thank you for finding time to speak with iKNOW Politics. First of all, could you tell our readers a little bit…

“Politics is hard work, and it often involves many hours, little rest, and a lot of time away from the family. But it also brings many rewards: helping others and contributing to improve the quality of people’s lives is just priceless.” – Karla Rubilar iKNOW Politics: Ms. Rubilar, thank you so…