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August 26, 2013
Solomon Islands election candidate says women want change

A Solomon Islands politician says women in her country are fed up with not benefitting from any of the money that passes through the hands of her male counterparts.

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.

August 20, 2013
Quotas for women in parliament could 'effect real change', UK

Quotas should be introduced to increase the numbers of women in parliament and public life to address the "dire" gender balance in Westminster, authors have told the Edinburgh international book festival.

August 10, 2013
Albania sets gender precedent in the region

Albania's new government will include six women ministers, representing a drastic change not only in the country, but also setting a positive example in the region.

July 11, 2013
Poll: Is It Easier or Harder for Women to Advance in Politics Than It Is for Men? USA

Do you think it's harder or easier for women to advance in politics than it is for men?

July 10, 2013
Conservatives Have A 'Women' Problem, That Can Only Be Fixed With Gender Politics, USA

It’s difficult to find a politician, politico or pundit who denies Republicans have a “women” problem.

July 8, 2013
Women In Politics: Coverage Focuses More On Personality Traits, Less On Issues, Study Finds

When female candidates are running for office, is the media coverage different?

Yes, according to new research led by Johanna Dunaway, an Assistant Professor of Political Science and Mass Communication of Louisiana State University.

July 7, 2013
GCC Women: Challenging Stereotypes
Arab women are not new to being typecasted.  For most they are "burqa clad imprisoned women with little say inside or outside the home".
July 6, 2013
Don't blame women if we ignore what passes for politics

A report claims women are less interested in current affairs. Maybe that's because of the level of discussion. Why are so many women so detached from politics?