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The right to vote and the right to stand for election are two fundamental elements of democracy. Notably, many countries did not afford women the right to vote until the 20th Century. Even today, universal suffrage is not a given right in all countries, and women often face obstacles that undermine their participation in political and electoral processes. There are various ways to support women in overcoming these obstacles. Such methods include revising the electoral system used, applying affirmative action mechanisms such as quotas, improving voter education for women and training political candidates. These are a few of the modes available to strengthen women’s political participation .Photo©Jens Franssen

Is the expected surge in far-right vote pushing women to be more politically active?

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May 16, 2024

Is the expected surge in far-right vote pushing women to be more politically active?

In an interview with Euronews, gender equality experts believe that the European institutions remain abstract elements in women's lives and a space fuelled by gender stereotypes.

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In an interview with Euronews, gender equality experts believe that the European institutions remain abstract elements in women's lives and a space fuelled by gender stereotypes.

Media's coverage of women politicians and an underlying bias

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May 15, 2024

Media's coverage of women politicians and an underlying bias

‘Even Lord Krishna was dark’: PM Modi slams Congress over Sam Pitroda’s racist remarks, asks if skin colour is the reason they opposed President Murmu

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‘Even Lord Krishna was dark’: PM Modi slams Congress over Sam Pitroda’s racist remarks, asks if skin colour is the reason they opposed President Murmu

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‘I want to decide my vote for myself’: how women are shaping India’s political landscape

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‘I want to decide my vote for myself’: how women are shaping India’s political landscape

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Basanti Sabar, 30, is a third-time voter. But this time round, as the eastern Indian state of Odisha goes to the polls in simultaneous general and assembly elections, the former migrant worker will make a crucial shift in the way she votes.

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Basanti Sabar, 30, is a third-time voter. But this time round, as the eastern Indian state of Odisha goes to the polls in simultaneous general and assembly elections, the former migrant worker will make a crucial shift in the way she votes.

‘I can rise above expectations’: the woman breaking barriers in Pacific politics

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May 8, 2024

‘I can rise above expectations’: the woman breaking barriers in Pacific politics

In the final days of her election campaign, Cathy Nori considered giving up.

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In the final days of her election campaign, Cathy Nori considered giving up.

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Nigeria, Gombe voters elect two women as council chairpersons

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History was made on Monday, 29th April 2024 when Two Women were sworn-in as democratically elected Executive Chairpersons of local government councils in Gombe for the first time.

The Two Women who were declared winners of their various LGAs during the Council elections held last Saturday, 27th April 2024, are, Hon Fatima Binta Bello, Shongom LGC, and Egla Idris, Billiri LGC, all of them members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

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History was made on Monday, 29th April 2024 when Two Women were sworn-in as democratically elected Executive Chairpersons of local government councils in Gombe for the first time.

The Two Women who were declared winners of their various LGAs during the Council elections held last Saturday, 27th April 2024, are, Hon Fatima Binta Bello, Shongom LGC, and Egla Idris, Billiri LGC, all of them members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

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India: Karnataka sees spike of nearly 50% in number of women candidates, but chances of winning remain slim

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India: Karnataka sees spike of nearly 50% in number of women candidates, but chances of winning remain slim

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New Delhi: For this year’s general election, Karnataka has seen a 48 percent jump in the number of women candidates fielded by all political parties, with the number increasing to 40 from the previous 27 in 2019. However, historical data shows this might not be a winning strategy, with voters overwhelmingly preferring males.

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New Delhi: For this year’s general election, Karnataka has seen a 48 percent jump in the number of women candidates fielded by all political parties, with the number increasing to 40 from the previous 27 in 2019. However, historical data shows this might not be a winning strategy, with voters overwhelmingly preferring males.

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Who is Myriam Spiteri Debono, the former Speaker set to become the next President?

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Myriam Spiteri Debono, a notary and former parliamentary speaker, is set to become the 11th President of Malta on 4 April. 

Appointing the next president appeared an impossible task until a couple of weeks ago, as the appointment required a two-thirds majority in parliament instead of a simple majority, as in previous years. 

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Myriam Spiteri Debono, a notary and former parliamentary speaker, is set to become the 11th President of Malta on 4 April. 

Appointing the next president appeared an impossible task until a couple of weeks ago, as the appointment required a two-thirds majority in parliament instead of a simple majority, as in previous years. 

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