The leader of the Italian extreme right, Giorgia Meloni, is the great favorite to win the legislative elections in September, according to the latest polls. If the trend continues, Meloni could become the first woman in charge of the head of government.
Italy’s new President, once again, is not a woman. But the problem is not just cultural.
Italy’s new President, once again, is not a woman. But the problem is not just cultural.
Pope Francis has appointed the first-ever woman to head the governorate of the Vatican City. Sister Raffaella Petrini will serve as secretary-general of the Governorate and become the highest-ranking woman in the world's smallest state.
Women in Italy have demanded a greater role in the country's official response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Since the unification of Italy in the late 19th Century, the country has had 58 prime ministers - every one a man.
Voices is part of a new IPU web series in which we interview parliamentarians from around the world. The views and opinions they express are their own and do not necessarily reflect the IPU’s position.
Five women are among the names floated to lead a transitional government in Italy in what some speculate could be President Sergio Mattarella’s attempt to break with tradition while the
Italy may not have a government yet, but it does have nearly 1,000 new legislators.