Des Afghans lors d’élections historiques

September 14, 2014

2014 Theme: Engaging Young People on Democracy

Photo-Fardin Waezi / UNAMA

"I call on members of the largest generation of youth in history to confront challenges and consider what you can do to resolve them. To take control of your destiny and translate your dreams into a better future for all."

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e-Discussions

Women mayors, women elected as head of villages, towns and cities

Submitted by iKNOW Politics on Fri, 09/12/2014 - 11:25

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Women mayors, women elected as head of villages, towns and cities

September 10, 2014

Women and democracy in Latin America: time for parties to make a difference

Latin America has made considerable progress increasing political representation of women, but more active measures are needed to increase outcomes.

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Funding of Political Parties and Election Campaigns: A Handbook on Political Finance

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September 2, 2014

Funding of Political Parties and Election Campaigns: A Handbook on Political Finance

All political parties need funding to play their part in the political process, yet the role of money in politics is arguably the biggest threat to democracy today.

All political parties need funding to play their part in the political process, yet the role of money in politics is arguably the biggest threat to democracy today.

Marina Silva, the Afro-Brazilian environment activist that could take over another female president.

Submitted by iKNOW Politics on Mon, 08/25/2014 - 13:53

Marina Silva by Lucile Huguet, iKNOW Politics writer.

Marina Silva is a female political activist from Brazil who has been involved in the fight to protect our planet since the age of twenty five. She is a fierce opponent of the actual Brazilian president, Dilma Roussef, and there is good hope that Marine Silva could win against her rival.

Marina Silva candidate aux élections presidentielles

The Success and the Barriers to Women's Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement

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August 22, 2014

The Success and the Barriers to Women's Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement

This e-book with the title “The Success and the Barriers to Women’s Representation in Southeast Asia: Between State Policies, Political Parties and Women’s Movement” is a result of analysis of four regional r

Tunisian Women: Political Role, Gains and Challenges (The Case of Parity)

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August 18, 2014

Tunisian Women: Political Role, Gains and Challenges (The Case of Parity)

2011 was the year where Tunisian history suddenly witnessed a significant turnout by the outbreak of the popular uprising in Tunisia causing the fall of the authoritarian regime.

Webinars

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On August 19 at 9 am EDT iKNOW Politics organized a webinar on Women's Participation in Constitution-Building processes in Egypt and Tunisia.