Although much of the iKNOW Politics network is dedicated to increasing women’s political knowledge and participation, there are a number of skills that, while not explicitly political, are necessary to succeed in politics.
Women’s Participation in Politics and Decision-Making in Ukraine: Strategy Paper
Gender equality in political participation is a fundamental aspect of modern democratic governance. Under international standards, both men and women should have equal rights and opportunities to participate fully in all aspects and at all levels of...
The adoption of a new bill, now before Cabinet, would help to fully emancipate South African women, said the Minister of Women, Children and People with Disabilities, Lulu Xingwana.
"Within the 100 years, a lot has been achieved to attain the total...
Integrating Somali women into peacebuilding processes
Despite the vital roles played by women in the democratisation and state-building processes, their male counterparts hardly recognise their role. Women have always had a strong stake in democratisation and peacebuilding processes (UN, 2013)....
Zimbabwe’s Women Say They Still Lag Behind in Political Arena
HARARE — Zimbabweans go to the polls July 31 under a new constitution that some hoped would bring more women into politics. But, some women say the road to gender equity in Zimbabwean politics is a long one. Zimbabwe’s 2012 census shows that women...
Norway's strategic plan 2011-13: Women, Peace and Security
The participation of women in key decision-making processes related to peace and security is a goal in itself. Their contribution is also important in preventing, managing and resolving conflict, and not least in building up societies after conflict...
Finland's National Action Plan for 2012-2016: Women, Peace and Security
Finland issued its first National Action Plan for the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security in 2008. The Action Plan has
been an important instrument in efforts to increase interest in the status of...
Certain progress in tackling discrimination against women in Serbia
Serbia has made "certain progress", officials concluded at the session of the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women.
During the session, the Serbian government delegation presented the report on the implementation of the...
KRANTIJYOTI, A Project for Empowerment of Elected Women Representatives (EWRs) in Local Self Government
PowerPoint Presentation on the Krantijyoti Project; A Project for Empowerment of Elected Women Representatives (EWRs) in Local Government” with Ms. Neela Satyanarayana, State Election Commissioner of the State of Maharashtra.
Advocacy 101 is a two-hour course that gives an overview of policymaking at the state legislative and municipal levels of government. The course illustrates basic forms of advocacy as well how to effectively communicate with elected officials and...
Opinion: Are female leaders too cheerful for their own good? USA
(CNN) -- Early in Dara's career, she was told by a coach that "honey attracts more bees than vinegar," so she took pains to rein in her natural candor and soften her opinions. But when she started her present job as vice president at a national...
Women Leaders in International Relations. Comparing UE and U.S. Experiences
Get inspired and improve your capacity to successfully lead, communicate, negotiate and build trust, as a woman, in a international and too often male dominated...
IN AFGHANISTAN, WORKING ACROSS PARTY, GENDER LINES TO BOOST WOMEN IN POLITICS
While there is a perception in Afghanistan that women are making some political strides, they still face formidable obstacles. For example, a majority of Afghan men in a recent survey said that while they supported women taking on more roles and...
In Kenya’s male-dominated political landscape, women face many barriers to political participation, especially when seeking elective office. Aspiring women politicians often struggle with discrimination and lack of coverage by top media outlets,...
KOSOVO'S 'WEEK OF WOMEN' EMPOWERS WOMEN TO RUN FOR POLITICAL OFFICE
When Ilirjana Gafurri, a political party activist in Peja, Kosovo, won a seat on her local council six years ago, she became an advocate for issues such as better health care and women’s equality in her community. But Gafurri had to struggle to make...
SNV, Netherlands Development organisation, produced a manual on gender and local governance - an overview of the literature and websites on gender and governance processes, underlining strategies and best practices. Special emphasis is given on...
Asian Universities Offer Programs for Female Business & Political Leaders
Asian universities are beginning to do what has long been practiced in the West: offer short courses specifically for women who are leaders in business and politics. While the business schools at Harvard, Oxford, Stanford and others have established...
Campaign Management 101 and 102 - Online Course - 6/3/13
Campaign Management 101 and 102 are comprehensive courses delivering instruction on campaign management for women launching careers in politics as campaign managers.
The Campaign Management 101 curriculum will cover understanding the roll of a...
