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The Political Participation of Youth

"I call on the members of the largest youth generation in history to face the challenges and consider what you can do to solve it. To control your destiny and translate your dreams into a better future for all." Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

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March 14, 2025
‘Without us, there is no future’: Youth take over UN Women’s Commission

“Support us and include us in intergovernmental processes,” said Ema Meçaj, a medical student and member of Albania’s youth steering committee, who was among young men and women panellists from around the world at an interactive dialogue at the 69th session of world’s l

vanguard
March 13, 2025
Women charged to take centre stage in Nigerian politics

As Nigeria continues its quest for socio-economic development, women have been encouraged to vie for political positions at all levels of government, from local councils to the National Assembly.

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CSW69 SIDE-EVENT: Transforming social norms: Advancing women's leadership

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CSW69 SIDE-EVENT: Transforming social norms: Advancing women's leadership

Join WYDE Women’s Leadership partners, EU representatives, policymakers, activists and women leaders for an engaging discussion on tackling discriminatory social norms fo

Debunking social gender norms though the Young Women’s Empowerment Academies

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March 7, 2025

Debunking social gender norms though the Young Women’s Empowerment Academies

#DemocracyForAll calls for leaving no one behind in political participation and representation.
#DemocracyForAll calls for leaving no one behind in political participation and representation.

Webinar Opportunities and Challenges: Women’s Political Participation in the Digital Age

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March 6, 2025

Webinar Opportunities and Challenges: Women’s Political Participation in the Digital Age

The webinar focused on the challenges and opportunities for women politicians in the digital space.

The webinar focused on the challenges and opportunities for women politicians in the digital space.

The Japan Times
March 4, 2025
Gender equality in politics remains elusive in Japan

Gender equality in politics is still elusive in Japan, which marks the 80th anniversary of women's suffrage this year.

Publication of practical guidelines for local politicians and women interested in politics

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March 4, 2025

Publication of practical guidelines for local politicians and women interested in politics

Just in time for International Women's Day on 8 March, the brochure "Democracy needs women to help shape it" is being published.

Just in time for International Women's Day on 8 March, the brochure "Democracy needs women to help shape it" is being published.

Young Women's Empowerment Academy in Southern Africa (11th -13th February 2025 Lilongwe Malawi)

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March 3, 2025

Young Women's Empowerment Academy in Southern Africa (11th -13th February 2025 Lilongwe Malawi)

The Women and Youth Democratic Engagement (WYDE) Women’s Leadership Initiative convened a Southern African Young Women´s Empowerment Academy in Malawi between 11 to 13 February 2025.

The Women and Youth Democratic Engagement (WYDE) Women’s Leadership Initiative convened a Southern African Young Women´s Empowerment Academy in Malawi between 11 to 13 February 2025.

The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics

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March 2, 2025

The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics

In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.

In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.