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September 20, 2023
Source: UN Women Asia Pacific
India’s passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill reflects its commitment to gender equality and women-led development
UN Women hailed India's passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill on September 18 as a landmark moment for gender equality, especially in terms of women’s political leadership. The passage of the bill is testimony to India’s commitment to women-led development, for which it mobilised global support...
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September 20, 2023
Source: BNN Breaking News
Egypt hosts dialogue to boost women’s political participation
Egypt is hosting a regional dialogue to boost women's political participation in the Arab world, bringing delegations from 11 Arab countries. The three-day event, which kicked off on Monday in Egypt's capital Cairo, is organized by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Arab Women...
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September 18, 2023
Source: BNN Bloomberg
New Zealand may get first female finance minister in 30 years
In practice debates before previous New Zealand elections, Nicola Willis used to play the role of formidable female politicians. She acted the parts of Helen Clark and Jacinda Ardern when preparing the leaders of her National Party for their head-to-head clashes during the 2008 and 2017 campaigns....
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September 12, 2023
Source: BBC News
Australia MP says male colleague used to breathe on her neck in parliament
A prominent Australian politician says she has been subjected to ongoing harassment inside the nation's parliament. Former cabinet minister Karen Andrews alleges an unnamed male colleague used to "breathe on" her neck and make crude remarks in the lower house. Australia's parliament has been marred...
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September 11, 2023
Source: Togo First
Togo: female ministers and deputies seek greater contribution in political and social decision-making
The Network of African Women Ministers and Parliamentarians, Togo section (REFAMP-Togo) held a General Assembly on September 6, 2023. The meeting was chaired by Prime Minister Tomegah-Dogbe. During the talks, Togo’s female officials and deputies discussed current issues faced by the country and...
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September 11, 2023
Source: The Weekend Leader
Women's Reservation Bill: K. Kavitha's appeal to political leaders creates national buzz
Amid the buzz in political circles that the Women's Reservation Bill may be tabled in the special session of Parliament beginning on September 19, Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K. Kavitha’s appeal to all political parties has attracted national attention. Kavitha, the daughter of Telangana...
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September 11, 2023
Source: PBS
Nancy Pelosi says she’ll seek House reelection in 2024, dismissing retirement at age 83
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday that she will run for reelection to another term in Congress as Democrats work to win back the majority in 2024. Pelosi made the announcement before labor allies in the San Francisco area district she has represented for more than 35 years. Click here...
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September 11, 2023
Source: Free Malaysia Today
Appoint women reps to all state assemblies, says activist
An activist has called for all state governments to appoint women to their respective legislative assemblies to ensure greater female representation. In 2021, Penang introduced an initiative called “Top-Up Women-Only Additional Seats”, which chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said will be implemented if...
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September 11, 2023
Source: Vanguard Newspapers
Minister laments declining number of women in political positions
MINISTER for Women Affairs, Dr Uju Ohaneye says the number of women elected into political positions in Nigeria is witnessing a decline in Nigeria , advocacy and charter for gender inclusiveness not withstanding. Speaking in Calabar at the weekend during a one day National Seminar for Leaders...
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