Candidate Selection

Candidates presenting themselves for election are selected from within a party, generally by internal election, nomination or appointment. Most political parties regulate this process, and some stipulate that a certain percentage of candidates for national or local elections must be women. However, candidate selection and women’s participation begins at an earlier stage, as the recruitment and induction of party members can affect future levels of individual participation, influence and leadership. Here you find information on candidate selection mechanisms and how they affect women.

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