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Violence Against Women in Politics
As the prominence of women in politics increases, so does the incidence of violence against women in politics. This section highlights news, interviews, resources and events on violence against women in politics
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She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics
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October 8, 2025
She Leads: Progress and Persistent Barriers for Women in Politics
Newswise — Washington, D.C.
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Newswise — Washington, D.C.
October 6, 2025
Advancing gender equality and the transformation of social norms through male engagement
September 29, 2025
Tokenism and discrimination: Experts call for inclusive politics to empower youth and women
Despite calls for inclusive governance, women and youth remain underrepresented in national politics; experts urge the government to address structural barriers, harassment, and tokenistic participation that limit meaningful engagement and hinder the
September 29, 2025
Czech Women Battle For Respect In 'Hostile' Politics
Czech lawmaker Martina Ochodnicka is quitting after a single term, upset with hateful, misogynistic comments and a general lack of support for women politicians.
September 25, 2025
Speaker condemns mocking of women’s leadership, as House closes before election
Several motions proposed by women and presented to the Tonga Legislative Assembly were met with resistance and disparaging questioning from the House, during its final sitting for the year.
Women are told politics isn’t theirs
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September 22, 2025
Women are told politics isn’t theirs
The harassment of women is nothing alien in Bangladesh, but when it comes to politics, the hostility is sharpened and deliberate. Women candidates, and anyone who dares to support them, are unfairly attacked, judged, and harassed.
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The harassment of women is nothing alien in Bangladesh, but when it comes to politics, the hostility is sharpened and deliberate. Women candidates, and anyone who dares to support them, are unfairly attacked, judged, and harassed.
September 22, 2025
How Women In Politics Are Still Excluded From India's POSH Act And Left Vulnerable To Sexual Harassment
On Monday, the Supreme Court declined to entertain a plea seeking to expand the scope of the Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment at Workplace (POSH) Act, 2013, to include political parties.
September 22, 2025
A Weapon Against Women in Politics: Reining in Nonconsensual Synthetic Intimate Imagery
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