This paper attempts to explain the obstacles to women's public and political power in the Asia-Pacific region. It highlights the need for gender-sensitive politics and lists several reasons why women's participation is important in the political sphere. It also offers suggestions for increasing women's involvement in public and political affairs.
Authors: Kanwaljit Soin
Format: Website
Publication Year: 1994
Publisher: CAPWIP
URL: http://www.capwip.org/resources/soin/SoinPaper.html