Summary of the e-Discussion on Violence Against Women in Politics
From 19 August to 16 October 2016, iKNOW Politics hosted an e-Discussion on Violence Against Women in Politics. Thirteen experts from the Americas, North Africa and the Middle East, Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, joined the online debate and submitted contributions. Participants agree that cultural stereotypes are still playing a role hindering the normal participation of women in politics.
The iKNOW Politics team thanks all iKNOW Politics members and experts who took the time to answer the questions of this e-Discussion and share experiences, practices and recommendations, which are summarized below.
From 19 August to 16 October 2016, iKNOW Politics hosted an e-Discussion on Violence Against Women in Politics. Thirteen experts from the Americas, North Africa and the Middle East, Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, joined the online debate and submitted contributions. Participants agree that cultural stereotypes are still playing a role hindering the normal participation of women in politics.
The iKNOW Politics team thanks all iKNOW Politics members and experts who took the time to answer the questions of this e-Discussion and share experiences, practices and recommendations, which are summarized below.