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September 29, 2023
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, an 'icon for women in politics,' dies at 90, source confirms

Senator Dianne Feinstein has died at 90 years old, sources have confirmed. Her career was one of many firsts.

September 29, 2023
USA: women will determine the 2024 election

The world's most gender-equal countries

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September 28, 2023

The world's most gender-equal countries

How is the world doing on gender equality? According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), the picture is mixed. The needle is moving in the right direction, according to its latest Global Gender Gap report, but incrementally.

How is the world doing on gender equality? According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), the picture is mixed. The needle is moving in the right direction, according to its latest Global Gender Gap report, but incrementally.

The history of women in Mexican politics

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September 28, 2023

The history of women in Mexican politics

Though there had been earlier stirrings for Mexican women’s right to vote, the immediate spark for suffrage in Mexico was struck by the Revolution of 1910.

Though there had been earlier stirrings for Mexican women’s right to vote, the immediate spark for suffrage in Mexico was struck by the Revolution of 1910.

Women’s voices are being stifled by political inaction

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September 28, 2023

Women’s voices are being stifled by political inaction

In a trend that threatens the very essence of democracy, women who are brimming with potential and fresh perspectives are more hesitant than ever to stand for elected office in Scotland. Their number-one reason?

In a trend that threatens the very essence of democracy, women who are brimming with potential and fresh perspectives are more hesitant than ever to stand for elected office in Scotland. Their number-one reason?

India’s new gender quota law is a win for women—mostly

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September 28, 2023

India’s new gender quota law is a win for women—mostly

Last week, India’s legislature passed a landmark bill requiring the lower house of

Last week, India’s legislature passed a landmark bill requiring the lower house of

Parties must inspire women to be involved in politics for reservation Bill to succeed

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September 28, 2023

Parties must inspire women to be involved in politics for reservation Bill to succeed

Professor Sanjay Kumar, Director of the Centre for the Study of Developing Societie

Professor Sanjay Kumar, Director of the Centre for the Study of Developing Societie

September 28, 2023
Women and political leadership ahead of the 2024 election