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Eliminating Violence against women in politics: What works and what doesn’t?

Violence against women in politics is not only an intolerable violation of women’s human rights and civil rights but a fundamental challenge to democracy and sustainable development.

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How to end violence against women in politics

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How to end violence against women in politics

Join the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership and Jo Cox Foundation to discuss violence against women in politics, whether it is increasing and what we can do about it as individuals, nations an

November 18, 2020

Following election, Jordan sees drop in female lawmakers

Only 15 women make it into parliament thanks to quota system for minorities.

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Kamala Harris's impact on women in politics

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November 18, 2020

Kamala Harris's impact on women in politics

The historic victory of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has underscored the expanding opportunities for women in politics, from running to office to helping others run.

How the Coronavirus risks exacerbating women’s political exclusion

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November 18, 2020

How the Coronavirus risks exacerbating women’s political exclusion

Women participating in politics have navigated unique challenges and opportunities from the coronavirus pandemic.

November 17, 2020

She Runs program aims to boost the number of women in politics as sexism scandals swirl

In a Perth workshop, 23 women have been learning to run.

The women are fellows at a "campaign school" run by the not-for-profit group She Runs, aiming to equip them with all the skills they need to run for and thrive in office.

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“The first woman in this office, but not the last”: Four ways to empower a new generation of women political leaders

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November 17, 2020

“The first woman in this office, but not the last”: Four ways to empower a new generation of women political leaders

By Lucina Di-Meco,

Women politicians make for more equal and caring societies, and that their increased representation in office improves health, education and welfare outcomes for the entire population. So how can we foster the next generation of effective women leaders?