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September 22, 2014

Beijing +20 National Review, Armenia

National review on Implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995) and the outcomes of the twenty-third special session o

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National review on Implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (1995) and the outcomes of the twenty-third special session o

September 4, 2013
A Matter of Interpretation: Armenian Parliament removes “gender” from new law under pressure from Church, traditionalists

Use of the terms “gender” and “gender equality” in Armenia’s new law equal rights stirred major discontent among those believing that the ambiguity of the words set a legal ground for gradual destruction of Armenian families.

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August 21, 2013
Survey: 70% of Armenian men stand for women's participation in politics

Armenian sociologist characterized adoption of gender equality law as a senseless and dangerous move.

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August 20, 2013
Mars Outshines Venus in South Caucasus Politics

To many, it may come as no surprise. Politics is a man’s world in the South Caucasus, where women remain a legislative minority, according to recent data from the World Bank.

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May 9, 2013
Partners Join to advance gender equality and women’s leadership in Armenia

On May 7, 2013, USAID/Armenia, Yerevan State University (YSU) and Arizona State University (ASU) marked the official op

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January 30, 2013
UNDP:"Women in Local Democracy" Project

The "Women in Local Democracy" Project addresses women’s representation and meaningful participation in decision-making processes in Armenia. WiLD is comprised of three main dimensions: women’s empowerment, strengthening the capacity of local government, and promotion of gender equality.

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September 20, 2012
Armenia: Women Still Shut Out of Local Politics

The number of women standing in local elections in Armenia has barely changed from four years ago, despite government pledges to increase participation. Activists are now saying it might be is time for local polls to be subject to the same gender quotas as national elections.

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