November 4, 2020
Sarah McBride to become first transgender state senator in U.S. history
By Dan Avery
World News
November 2, 2020
EU deepens efforts to engage Libyan women in politics
In a statement on Friday, the Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Libya and the Ambassadors of EU Member States accredited to Libya reiterated their aid
November 2, 2020
Jacinda Ardern appoints most diverse cabinet in New Zealand history
Prime minister appoints Maori as first woman foreign minister and offers Greens two posts.
October 28, 2020
Who was Victoria Woodhull? Meet the first woman to run for president of the United States
The first woman to run for president of the United States was unable to vote, too young to be elected, ignored by her chosen running mate, and ultimate
October 28, 2020
Tanzania: Encourage women to take leadership roles
Traditional and religious leaders have been advised to take the leading role in ensuring that more women in their communities participate in the political process and leadership positions in Tanzania.
October 26, 2020
Next Serb government among most gender-balanced in the world
Serbia’s proposed new-look government is among the world’s most gender balanced, with women named to half of ministerial posts.
October 21, 2020
Online abuse of women in politics in Ireland on the increase
The online abuse of women in politics is on the increase in Ireland, and has included threats of physical and sexual violence against them and their families, a study has found.
October 21, 2020
African women enjoying increasing participation in politics
The African continent has achieved major milestones in women’s participation in political decision making during the past decade, the African Union (AU) Commission has said.
October 15, 2020
Election bot counters sexist abuse in New Zealand, one tweet at a time
An abuse-fighting bot has sent out hundreds of positive messages on social media to counter the online harassment of women candidates in New Zealand's general election.