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Source: IPU
December 5, 2023
AI–4/5: On violence against women in politics, identify best practice and share it

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has prompted many experts to warn about its impacts on democracy. To explore this issue further, the IPU is preparing a series of articles on the topic.

Pro take: How have women risen to the top of Mexican politics?

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December 5, 2023

Pro take: How have women risen to the top of Mexican politics?

You might have been surprised when the news broke that Mexico — a country historically known for chauvinism — is on the path to elect a woman as president in 2024.

You might have been surprised when the news broke that Mexico — a country historically known for chauvinism — is on the path to elect a woman as president in 2024.

Daily Sabah
December 5, 2023
Turkish women mark 89 years of full political rights, to vote, hold office

One of the first few countries to introduce suffrage for women and their election to office, Türkiye marks the 89th anniversary of the constitutional amendment, with more women in political offices though they are still outnumbered by men.

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United Nations Regional Information Center for Western Europe
December 4, 2023
How technology-facilitated gender-based violence impacts women and girls

Globally, approximately 736 million women — almost one in three — endure violence at least once in their life.

Union of BC Municipalities
December 4, 2023
UBCM supporting Cambodian women in local government leadership

Since 2005 UBCM has participated in international projects that support local government development through missions in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

India Today
December 4, 2023
India: election dynamics altered as women voters took centre-stage across 5 states

In what is arguably a significant step forward for women in politics, 2023 saw two important events: the passing of the Women's Reservation Bill, and an increase in women’s participation in the Assembly elections in various states.

This Day Live
December 1, 2023
Green Chambers’ Quest for Women Emancipation

Udora Orizu chronicles the noteworthy strides being made by the 10th House of Representatives towards improving women’s political representation and end gender based violence in the country.

Northern Ireland peace deal: Women’s role finally recognised, says activist

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December 1, 2023

Northern Ireland peace deal: Women’s role finally recognised, says activist

Belfast, Northern Ireland – Northern Irish academic and activist Monica McWilliams says it has taken 25 years for

Belfast, Northern Ireland – Northern Irish academic and activist Monica McWilliams says it has taken 25 years for

December 1, 2023
Politically motivated violence against women in Zim on the rise, says Human Rights NGO Forum

There is increase in politically motivated violence against women in Zimbabwe, manifesting as rape and sexual assault, direct violence and hate speech, the Zimbabwe Human Rights NGO Forum (The Forum) has said.