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May 20, 2021
Allegations of misogyny in premier’s office could impact recruitment of female candidates

The recent resignation of a former cabinet minster puts the Nova Scotia Liberals in a minority situation, with just 24 seats in the 51-seat legislature.

May 20, 2021
Welsh election 2021: First woman of colour elected to Welsh Parliament

The first woman of colour elected to the Welsh Parliament said she wants to inspire and be "a voice" for those who have faced barriers entering politics.

May 20, 2021
Chile's women shine in constitution vote as more men need leg-up to stay even

Chilean women made such a strong showing in elections to pick candidates to draft the country's new constitution that adjustments to ensure the body was equally split between genders had to be made in favor of more men, elections b

May 14, 2021
‘A game-changing moment’: Chile constitution could set new gender equality standard

Chileans to elect 155-strong assembly made up of equivalent men and women to set out new framework and enshrine equal rights

May 7, 2021
Bengal election result 2021: Women voters played an instrumental role in TMC's thumping victory

M Modi’s widely popularised ‘Didi... o Didi’ taunts did not go down well with the women in a state where they are traditionally used to social equality

May 7, 2021
Women underrepresented on Calgary city council; 18 seek council and mayor seats in 2021

Calgary city council has a representation problem.

May 7, 2021
Municipal candidate calls for privacy protection after ‘harassing’ phone calls

A Rothesay council candidate says a series of harassing phone calls have led her to lobby for Elections Act changes — days away from New Brunswick’s municipal elections.

May 7, 2021
USA: Women outnumber and outvote men, but they don’t vote alike

Female voters are not a sure bet for Democrats, recent research on voting says.

May 7, 2021
Online targeting of women politicians and journalists a ‘real concern’ – BAI

Oireachtas committee hears of abuse encountered by public figures online