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July 20, 2023

How accessible is politics for women?

Source: Isle of Man Today

Women who were considering becoming a Member of the House of Keys, but decided against it are being asked to share their experiences in a focus group.

This would be part of a research project that is currently taking place exploring barriers that women face getting into politics.

The research is being carried out by Dr Catriona Mackie, a specialist in Manx social history, culture and politics, Dr Alex Powell who has a particular interest in gender, and Professor Peter Edge, who is a legal expert as well as Manx politics.

Click here to read the full article published by Isle of Man Today on 17 July 2023.

Author
Rebecca Brahde

Women who were considering becoming a Member of the House of Keys, but decided against it are being asked to share their experiences in a focus group.

This would be part of a research project that is currently taking place exploring barriers that women face getting into politics.

The research is being carried out by Dr Catriona Mackie, a specialist in Manx social history, culture and politics, Dr Alex Powell who has a particular interest in gender, and Professor Peter Edge, who is a legal expert as well as Manx politics.

Click here to read the full article published by Isle of Man Today on 17 July 2023.

Author
Rebecca Brahde

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