Nepal's gains on gender equality in politics are in peril
Once celebrated for its progressive strides towards gender equality in politics, Nepal is now witnessing a troubling regression.
Nepal
June 13, 2024
Panel highlights media’s role in women’s political visibility
The Media Advocacy Group, in collaboration with Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), organised a panel discussion titled ‘Visibility of Women Leadership in Media’ on Tuesday, at Yak Palace, Pulchowk.
May 23, 2024
UN Women and Election Commission foster dialogue for gender inclusion in Nepali elections
Constitutional, political, and legal arrangements have increased representation of women in various levels of governance in Nepal.
Beyond quotas for women's political empowerment
Politics has historically been a male-dominated space. Men hold the majority of power in the political sphere globally due to entrenched patriarchal norms that prioritize male leadership and decision-making.
Women in politics: redefining representation and empowering others
Nepal transitioned into a federal state of government after the promulgation of the Constitution of Nepal in 2015. One remarkable achievement since this shift has been the significant arrival of women in politics.
Women’s political participation must move beyond quotas
Increasing the proportion of women in political decision-making has long been an admirable goal in peacebuilding and development.
February 6, 2023
Nepal: Landmark bill to boost women candidacy in polls
Election Commission is drafting a bill to increase women’s candidacy in all three tiers of government by a third.
December 5, 2022
Nepal: New House of Representatives to be less inclusive
As proportional representation votes are scattered among parties, women, Dalits, Janajatis will be underrepresented.
November 30, 2022
Nepal: Women candidates in HoR and PA elections of 2079 BS
KATHMANDU, Nov 25: Five women candidates have been elected to the House of Representatives (HoR) in the elections held on November 20.