Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Women's representation in parliaments is most likely to increase where there is some sort of system of quotas, an analysis of international elections held last year shows.
However, the US bucked the trend by recording an historic number of women elected without any kind of quotas, the study by the Inter-Parliamentary Union found, a result which was attributed to the large number of women candidates.
We invite our users to read the complete article published september 18 2013
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Date: 16 September 2013
Author(s): Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
UN Women condemns the intimidation and targeted killings of Afghan women government officials and calls for justice. The latest victim is the top woman police officer in the southern province of Helmand who died today of bullet wounds from an insurgent attack that occurred yesterday. At age 38, Sub-Inspector Negar, had assumed duties in July when her predecessor, Islam Bibi, was shot by unknown gunmen.
In recent weeks and months, Afghanistan has witnessed several cases of intimidation, abduction and targeted killings of women government officials and public figures. Earlier in September, Sushmita Banerjee, a known writer and activist from India married to an Afghan businessman, was killed outside her home in Paktika province. In August, Friba Kakar, a woman parliamentarian was kidnapped and freed several weeks later in exchange for detained militants, according to the media. Last year, two consecutive heads of the Department of Women’s Affairs in Laghman province were killed. In 2008, gunmen in Kandahar killed Lieutenant-Colonel Malalai Kakar, the country's most prominent policewoman and head of Kandahar's department of crimes against women.
Recent cases of targeted killings point to the urgent need to guarantee women’s and girls’ rights as the Government of Afghanistan prepares for a full takeover from international forces and moves towards provincial and parliamentary elections. The empowerment of women and realization of their rights are fundamental to the reconstruction of Afghanistan so that women and men can take responsibility for the future development of their country.
Violence against women in Afghanistan is pervasive and increasing. More than 4,000 cases of violence against women and girls were reported by 33 provinces to the Ministry of Women Affairs in 2010-2012. Afghan women’s rights to safety and security have to be ensured, and the survivors of violence supported and perpetrators brought to justice. UN Women calls upon the Afghan Government to fast-track the investigation and prosecution of perpetrators in targeted killing cases.
It is essential that the Government of Afghanistan and the international community stand by their commitments to improve access to justice for all, in particular women, by ensuring the Constitution and other fundamental laws are enforced and the Ending Violence against Women Law is implemented. It is also essential to support Afghan women’s participation in important national institutions and processes, including the upcoming elections. It is only with women’s participation that Afghanistan stands a strong chance of achieving sustainable peace and democracy.
- See more at: http://www.unwomen.org/en/news/stories/2013/9/statement-on-afghanistan#…
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU
Geneva, 11 September 2013 – Countries around the world are too often stifling political opposition instead of embracing it as a tangible and natural sign of a healthy democracy, says the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ahead of International Day of Democracy on 15 September.
Whether through political parties, mass public dissent or other means, a vibrant political opposition remains a core pillar of true democracy, allowing expression to all voices and opinions within society. However, IPU argues, it is often seen as a threat that has to be stamped out, with tragic and violent results.
“The horrific violence and breakdown in Egypt and Syria, and recent mass demonstrations in several other countries are witness to what happens when people are denied a political voice and are shut out from the political decision-making,” says IPU President Abdelwahad Radi. “Peace, based on social inclusion and cohesion, and democracy are inextricably linked. One cannot exist without the other.”
We invite you to read the full article published September 11, 2013 by our partner, IPU