Control over family wealth among Meghalaya women increases political activity, study finds
By Rachel Brule and Nikhar Gaikwad
Local Government
Local governments are in a unique position to contribute to the global struggle for gender equality by improving the status of women around the world. Local Governments are the level of governance closest to the citizens and as service providers and employers have an important role in creating the conditions that encourage women’s political participation. In this special feature, we are collecting knowledge resources, case studies, stories and interviews from women active in local politics.
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Culture, Capital, and the Political Economy Gender Gap: Evidence from Meghalaya’s Matrilineal Tribes
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June 7, 2021
Culture, Capital, and the Political Economy Gender Gap: Evidence from Meghalaya’s Matrilineal Tribes
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'The colour doesn't matter': N.B. municipalities elect more women, first Black mayor in historic election
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'The colour doesn't matter': N.B. municipalities elect more women, first Black mayor in historic election
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FREDERICTON -- Kassim Doumbia says he always wanted to get involved and be active in his community. He moved to Shippagan 14 years ago, and has spent the last nine years on the town’s council.
Tuesday night, Doumbia became New Brunswick’s first Black mayor. He calls it a dream.
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FREDERICTON -- Kassim Doumbia says he always wanted to get involved and be active in his community. He moved to Shippagan 14 years ago, and has spent the last nine years on the town’s council.
Tuesday night, Doumbia became New Brunswick’s first Black mayor. He calls it a dream.
Is it time for a woman to be in charge? NYC’s female mayoral candidates discuss their platforms
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June 1, 2021
Is it time for a woman to be in charge? NYC’s female mayoral candidates discuss their platforms
New York City has had 108 mayors. Not a single one of them has been a woman—but that could change in 2021 as three female candidates emerge as strong, competitive contenders in the June 22 Democratic primary.
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New York City has had 108 mayors. Not a single one of them has been a woman—but that could change in 2021 as three female candidates emerge as strong, competitive contenders in the June 22 Democratic primary.
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Scottish election 2021: Record number of women elected
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A record number of women have been elected to the Scottish Parliament, with 58 female MSPs winning seats in the Holyrood election.
Women now represent 45% of Scotland's 129 MSPs.
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A record number of women have been elected to the Scottish Parliament, with 58 female MSPs winning seats in the Holyrood election.
Women now represent 45% of Scotland's 129 MSPs.
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Glaring gap: Only 5 per cent of elected representatives are women in Tamil Nadu
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This is a drop from the previous assembly election in 2016, when the State elected 21 women (about nine per cent) into power.
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This is a drop from the previous assembly election in 2016, when the State elected 21 women (about nine per cent) into power.
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Allegations of misogyny in premier’s office could impact recruitment of female candidates
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The recent resignation of a former cabinet minster puts the Nova Scotia Liberals in a minority situation, with just 24 seats in the 51-seat legislature.
Margaret Miller submitted her resignation effective June 3 on Friday.
“I think ultimately the political implications are more symbolic than they are mathematical,” said Dalhousie political scientist Lori Turnbull.
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The recent resignation of a former cabinet minster puts the Nova Scotia Liberals in a minority situation, with just 24 seats in the 51-seat legislature.
Margaret Miller submitted her resignation effective June 3 on Friday.
“I think ultimately the political implications are more symbolic than they are mathematical,” said Dalhousie political scientist Lori Turnbull.
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Welsh election 2021: First woman of colour elected to Welsh Parliament
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The first woman of colour elected to the Welsh Parliament said she wants to inspire and be "a voice" for those who have faced barriers entering politics.
Conservative MS Natasha Asghar said the Senedd is "very outdated" and should reflect "more diverse communities that truly represent Wales".
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The first woman of colour elected to the Welsh Parliament said she wants to inspire and be "a voice" for those who have faced barriers entering politics.
Conservative MS Natasha Asghar said the Senedd is "very outdated" and should reflect "more diverse communities that truly represent Wales".
Scotland will benefit from its newly diverse parliament
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May 20, 2021
Scotland will benefit from its newly diverse parliament
Holyrood feels rejuvenated with MSPs that more accurately reflect the country’s multiculturalism
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Holyrood feels rejuvenated with MSPs that more accurately reflect the country’s multiculturalism