Political Parties
In a representative democracy, political parties function as a link between state institutions and local grassroots organizations. It is political parties that aggregate interests, present political alternatives and nominate candidates. As such, political parties play an essential role for the advancement of women and the promotion of equality. In this section, you will find information on the role of political parties in promoting women's political participation.
China will only benefit by welcoming women into high-level politics
China will only benefit by welcoming women into high-level politics
Today, China joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. Mao Zedong once famously said that women hold up half the sky.
Today, China joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day. Mao Zedong once famously said that women hold up half the sky.
Pakistan's political landscape: women's rising role and the ongoing pursuit of gender equality
Pakistan's political landscape: women's rising role and the ongoing pursuit of gender equality
In the bustling political landscape of Pakistan, a resounding call for gender equality echoes through the halls of power.
In the bustling political landscape of Pakistan, a resounding call for gender equality echoes through the halls of power.
How women can be represented in politics
How women can be represented in politics
With the Women’s Reservation Bill being passed in Parliament last year, the debate on whether quota wit
With the Women’s Reservation Bill being passed in Parliament last year, the debate on whether quota wit
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Pakistan elections: How women candidates are fighting for change in polls?
The Pakistan elections are only a day away, on February 8, and candidates of all genders, religions, and political parties are working hard to make their mark in the polls.
The Pakistan elections are only a day away, on February 8, and candidates of all genders, religions, and political parties are working hard to make their mark in the polls.
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Pakistan 2024 General Elections: women’s underrepresentation in politics continue
PESHAWAR: In the lead-up to Pakistan’s general elections on Thursday, a concerning reality emerges regarding the inadequate prioritization of women’s representation within political parties.
PESHAWAR: In the lead-up to Pakistan’s general elections on Thursday, a concerning reality emerges regarding the inadequate prioritization of women’s representation within political parties.
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Japanese Communist Party picks first-ever female leader
The Japanese Communist Party (JCP) chose Tomoko Tamura as its first-ever female leader Thursday, apparently in the hope of broadening its support base and attracting a wider array of voters.
The Japanese Communist Party (JCP) chose Tomoko Tamura as its first-ever female leader Thursday, apparently in the hope of broadening its support base and attracting a wider array of voters.
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Women still underrepresented in Bangladesh politics
Although two women — Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia — served as prime ministers of Bangladesh for 31 out of 33 years since 1991, the representation of women in national politics is still negligible.
The low rate of participation of Bangla women in politics is clear when looking at the number of women candidates contesting the upcoming 12th general election. According to the Election Commission, 92 contestants out of 1,891 vying for 300 seats are women. That's 4.86%.
Although two women — Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia — served as prime ministers of Bangladesh for 31 out of 33 years since 1991, the representation of women in national politics is still negligible.
The low rate of participation of Bangla women in politics is clear when looking at the number of women candidates contesting the upcoming 12th general election. According to the Election Commission, 92 contestants out of 1,891 vying for 300 seats are women. That's 4.86%.
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Pakistan parties bet big on women, youth ahead of general elections
ISLAMABAD: As political parties get ready for the upcoming general elections in February, they ought to think about feeling the pulse of a populace that is eager for change, according to Dawn.
According to an opinion piece in a Pakistan-based media publication, the change of placing a wager on women and young people rather than conventional warhorses might help them win the tough battle of politics.
ISLAMABAD: As political parties get ready for the upcoming general elections in February, they ought to think about feeling the pulse of a populace that is eager for change, according to Dawn.
According to an opinion piece in a Pakistan-based media publication, the change of placing a wager on women and young people rather than conventional warhorses might help them win the tough battle of politics.
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