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February 28, 2020
Women’s suffrage marks 100 years on election day in Slovakia

Many people see February 29 as a leap day, but it plays a much more important role in the history of the Slovaks and the Czechs. Their first democratic Constitution was adopted exactly 100 years ago.

October 30, 2019
Slovakia is not the best country for women

Slovakia is walking on the right path when it comes to women’s empowerment. But the country still lags, even behind its closest neighbours.

April 1, 2019
Slovakia's 'Erin Brockovich' elected first female president, in rebuke of populism

When Slovakia's newly elected President Zuzana Caputova -- the country's first ever female head of state -- delivered her acceptance speech on Saturday she immediately set herself apart from the wave of populist parties sweeping Europe.

March 18, 2019
Government critic on track to become Slovakia's first woman president

Government critic Zuzana Caputova secured a huge first-round win over the ruling party candidate in Slovakia's weekend election, putting her one step closer to becoming the country's first female president.

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New Realities Concerning European Left Wing Gender Equality Politics: Case Study from the South Eastern European Region

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March 2, 2009

New Realities Concerning European Left Wing Gender Equality Politics: Case Study from the South Eastern European Region

This report compares the situation and potential for action of women in South Eastern Europe and investigates party politics on gender equality.

This report compares the situation and potential for action of women in South Eastern Europe and investigates party politics on gender equality.

Drafting Gender-Aware Legislation: How to Promote and Protect Gender Equality in CEE and CIS

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January 17, 2008

Drafting Gender-Aware Legislation: How to Promote and Protect Gender Equality in CEE and CIS

The handbook provides a comparative overview of gender-aware legislation and practices in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States.

The handbook provides a comparative overview of gender-aware legislation and practices in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States.

Bridging the Gender Digital Divide: A Report on Gender and ICT in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States

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January 17, 2008

Bridging the Gender Digital Divide: A Report on Gender and ICT in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States

This report maps the situation of gender and ICTs in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States, identifying trends, gaps, as well as some good practices.

This report maps the situation of gender and ICTs in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States, identifying trends, gaps, as well as some good practices.