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A long way to go for gender equality in Nepali politics

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May 13, 2022

A long way to go for gender equality in Nepali politics

Nepal has progressive laws and quotas for women’s representation in politics, but patriarchy and gender discrimination run deep and influence the decisions of parties.

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Nepal has progressive laws and quotas for women’s representation in politics, but patriarchy and gender discrimination run deep and influence the decisions of parties.

May 13, 2022
Hungary’s first female President Katalin Novak takes office

Katalin Novak, the first female president of Hungary, took office here on Tuesday. Her predecessor, former head of state Janos Ader, greeted the new president at the entrance to the Sandor Palace, the residence of the Hungarian president.

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Understanding young people’s political participation

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May 13, 2022

Understanding young people’s political participation

Young people care – about our planet, our future and our political systems. In the last decade, young people have initiated social movements, tackling issues that impact their own lives and those of communities around the globe.

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Young people care – about our planet, our future and our political systems. In the last decade, young people have initiated social movements, tackling issues that impact their own lives and those of communities around the globe.

The barriers preventing migrant women engaging in Australian politics

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May 13, 2022

The barriers preventing migrant women engaging in Australian politics

As the federal election date draws nearer, it’s almost impossible for Australians to avoid the policies, promises and paraphernalia of political parties and candidates contesting the election.

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As the federal election date draws nearer, it’s almost impossible for Australians to avoid the policies, promises and paraphernalia of political parties and candidates contesting the election.

Democratic nominee for Ohio Governor Nan Whaley SAM GREENE/THE ENQUIRER
May 12, 2022
Democrat Nan Whaley makes Ohio history as first woman nominated to run for governor

Democrat Nan Whaley broke a political glass ceiling Tuesday when she became the first woman in Ohio history to

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Lisa Cook, KEN CEDENO (REUTERS)
May 11, 2022
USA: Senate confirms Lisa Cook to be the first black woman on Fed board

(CNN)-The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Lisa Cook to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, becoming the first African American woman to be a member of the panel.

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One in four women in Quebec's National Assembly aren't seeking re-election. What happened?

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May 11, 2022

One in four women in Quebec's National Assembly aren't seeking re-election. What happened?

For women leaving Quebec politics, is quitting an act of self-preservation?

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For women leaving Quebec politics, is quitting an act of self-preservation?

Nepal: Women leaders from across the political spectrum say they feel constrained

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May 10, 2022

Nepal: Women leaders from across the political spectrum say they feel constrained

Their representation in local elections has been trimmed but they cannot speak up. Female politicians say the fight will continue though.

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Their representation in local elections has been trimmed but they cannot speak up. Female politicians say the fight will continue though.

"It’s all very real": Bosnian women politicians unprotected against online abuse

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May 10, 2022

"It’s all very real": Bosnian women politicians unprotected against online abuse

A lack of legal regulation and the inefficiency of the Bosnian justice system mean Bosnian women in politics face little or no protection against gender-based abuse online.

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A lack of legal regulation and the inefficiency of the Bosnian justice system mean Bosnian women in politics face little or no protection against gender-based abuse online.

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