Political Parties
In a representative democracy, political parties function as a link between state institutions and local grassroots organizations. It is political parties that aggregate interests, present political alternatives and nominate candidates. As such, political parties play an essential role for the advancement of women and the promotion of equality. In this section, you will find information on the role of political parties in promoting women's political participation.
Resistance to Women’s Political Leadership: Problems and Advocated Solutions
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January 11, 2017
Resistance to Women’s Political Leadership: Problems and Advocated Solutions
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All-Women Shortlists: Myths and Realities
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January 11, 2017
All-Women Shortlists: Myths and Realities
Gender quotas have emerged globally
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Gender quotas have emerged globally
Gender quotas do not pose a threat to “merit” at any stage of the political process
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January 11, 2017
Gender quotas do not pose a threat to “merit” at any stage of the political process
The UK Labour Party has long ut
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The UK Labour Party has long ut
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Even with rise of political outsiders, women take traditional path to power in the US
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When she thinks about getting women involved in government, Kelly Dittmar can’t help but be reminded of asparagus.
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When she thinks about getting women involved in government, Kelly Dittmar can’t help but be reminded of asparagus.
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Increase women MPs or face fines, parties told in the UK
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Political parties must face fines if they do not ensure at least 45% of general election candidates are female, MPs have recommended.
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Political parties must face fines if they do not ensure at least 45% of general election candidates are female, MPs have recommended.
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More Women elected to Ghana's Parliament
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Sources from the Electoral Commission indicate that the nationwide figure of women who won the parliamentary election on Wednesday, December 7, to represent their respective constituencies in the 7th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana, which commences on January 7, 2017, has increased from 29 to 37.
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Sources from the Electoral Commission indicate that the nationwide figure of women who won the parliamentary election on Wednesday, December 7, to represent their respective constituencies in the 7th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana, which commences on January 7, 2017, has increased from 29 to 37.
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When the going gets tough, the tough #getcracking
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We are sharing the annual message from the Secretary General of the European Women’s Lobby, Joanna Maycock.
Dear EWL Friends and Family,
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We are sharing the annual message from the Secretary General of the European Women’s Lobby, Joanna Maycock.
Dear EWL Friends and Family,
Temporary Special Measures to Increase Women's Political Participation in the Pacific
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December 15, 2016
Temporary Special Measures to Increase Women's Political Participation in the Pacific
The story of women’s political empo
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The story of women’s political empo