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April 6, 2021
“Equality Index” of women mayors and councillors in Austria

The Institute for Social Research of Austria (SORA) surveyed the proportion of women among all mayors and councillors in Austria as part of the “Equality Index” for the Austrian Association of Cities and Towns (AACT).

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April 1, 2021
Women in politics: new data shows growth but also setbacks

Despite increases in the number of women at the highest levels of political power, widespread gender inequalities persist, according to the 2021 edition of the 

April 1, 2021
Can gender quotas counter sexism in Australian politics?

In recent months, Australians have grown accustomed to stories of sexual impropriety by their politicians dominating the news headlines.

March 31, 2021
Record number of women win on Israel’s election day, but progress remains elusive

A projected 30 women will enter the Israeli legislature, a record for an Election Day, but it appears female representation in parliament will remain roughly the same for the 24th Knesset as in past sessions.

March 31, 2021
Can she handle it? How the Israeli media covers women politicians

Women running for the Knesset have to overcome not only voters' gender stereotypes, but a media landscape that is heavily skewed in men's favor.

March 29, 2021
UN’s largest gathering on women’s rights delivers robust blueprint on strengthening women’s leadership and participation in public life

New York, 26 March – Against the backdrop of a global pandemic, world leaders issued today a strong pledge for women’s full and effective participation and decision-making in public life and the elimination of violence at the closing of t

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Enhancing participation of women from under-represented groups in political and public decision-making

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March 25, 2021

Enhancing participation of women from under-represented groups in political and public decision-making

Although significant progress has been made with regard to the participation of women in political and public decision-making in Europe, such progress is too slow and uneven.

Although significant progress has been made with regard to the participation of women in political and public decision-making in Europe, such progress is too slow and uneven.

March 25, 2021
Women’s absence from COVID-19 task forces will perpetuate gender divide, says UNDP, UN Women

New York City – Men outnumber women three to one across COVID-19 government task forces around the world. Such disproportionate representation will hamper women’s recovery from the pandemic, according to new data relea