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Charter of Libyan Women's constitutional rights

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January 28, 2015

Charter of Libyan Women's constitutional rights

Although Libyan women compose half of the population and were at the forefront of the February 17th revolution, among the tragedies of the transition period has been the severe blow to women’s rights.

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Although Libyan women compose half of the population and were at the forefront of the February 17th revolution, among the tragedies of the transition period has been the severe blow to women’s rights.

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Presentation on how social media platforms are used to create positive democratic change

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April 30, 2014

Presentation on how social media platforms are used to create positive democratic change

This presentation was give during the iKNOW Politics webinar on Women in Politics Use of ICTs held April 30th 2014 by Ms.Danya Bashir, a Libyan, author, activist and the MENA region Executive Director of Social Media for Change, an innovative NGO working to utilize social media to create positive

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This presentation was give during the iKNOW Politics webinar on Women in Politics Use of ICTs held April 30th 2014 by Ms.Danya Bashir, a Libyan, author, activist and the MENA region Executive Director of Social Media for Change, an innovative NGO working to utilize social media to create positive

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The use of ICTs to empower women in politics (webinar)

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The use of ICTs to empower women in politics (webinar)

 The 21st century has seen an unprecedented increase in the percentage of internet users around the world. 27.5% of people in Asia are now internet users, in Latin America and the Caribbean it’s 42.9% and the increase in internet users from 2000 to 2012 has been highest in the African continent, with an approximate 3,606.7% increase. Over 1.11 billion Facebook users communicate across borders every day. At least one-half of the world’s population has a mobile phone, and the number is increasing every day.

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 The 21st century has seen an unprecedented increase in the percentage of internet users around the world. 27.5% of people in Asia are now internet users, in Latin America and the Caribbean it’s 42.9% and the increase in internet users from 2000 to 2012 has been highest in the African continent, with an approximate 3,606.7% increase. Over 1.11 billion Facebook users communicate across borders every day. At least one-half of the world’s population has a mobile phone, and the number is increasing every day.

Designing Better Quotas, Building Stronger Legislatures

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October 4, 2013

Designing Better Quotas, Building Stronger Legislatures

Quotas – whether mandatory, legislated or voluntary – continue to be one of the most effective means for increasing the number of women both in political parties and elective office.

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Quotas – whether mandatory, legislated or voluntary – continue to be one of the most effective means for increasing the number of women both in political parties and elective office.

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Libya: Women’s seats on Constitutional Commission “insufficient” says lawyers’ group

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Libya: Women’s seats on Constitutional Commission “insufficient” says lawyers’ group

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The NGO Lawyers for Justice in Libya (LFJL) has welcomed the decision by Congress to reserve seats on the 60-member Constitutional Commission for women and ethnic minorities but has criticized the amount set aside for the former. 

It says that the allocation of six seats for women is “insufficient where women represent 49 percent of the population”. It also fears that “the measures outlined in the Election Law to fulfil the quota may have a negative impact on women’s participation”.

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The NGO Lawyers for Justice in Libya (LFJL) has welcomed the decision by Congress to reserve seats on the 60-member Constitutional Commission for women and ethnic minorities but has criticized the amount set aside for the former. 

It says that the allocation of six seats for women is “insufficient where women represent 49 percent of the population”. It also fears that “the measures outlined in the Election Law to fulfil the quota may have a negative impact on women’s participation”.

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In liberated Libya, women struggle to raise their hand

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In liberated Libya, women struggle to raise their hand

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Some women see Libya's transition as a prime opportunity to improve their standing in society and gain political power, but societal norms still stand in the way.

A Libyan woman flashes the victory sign at Tahrir Square, during the second anniversary of the uprising that toppled longtime dictator Muammar Qaddafi in Benghazi, Libya, Feb. 17. Libyan women have been energized by revolution and see the country’s transition as a chance to raise their status in a society that has long excluded them from positions of authority.

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Some women see Libya's transition as a prime opportunity to improve their standing in society and gain political power, but societal norms still stand in the way.

A Libyan woman flashes the victory sign at Tahrir Square, during the second anniversary of the uprising that toppled longtime dictator Muammar Qaddafi in Benghazi, Libya, Feb. 17. Libyan women have been energized by revolution and see the country’s transition as a chance to raise their status in a society that has long excluded them from positions of authority.

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International Women’s Day with elected women of the General National Congress, Libya

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International Women’s Day with elected women of the General National Congress, Libya

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On the occasion of the anniversary of the International Day to End Violence against Women, NDI launched its program to strengthen the capacity of   legislators and representatives, and help women establish cross-party mechanisms for collaboration, platforms for civil society engagement, and networks of support.

 

(We invite out users to read the full article published March 9 2013)

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On the occasion of the anniversary of the International Day to End Violence against Women, NDI launched its program to strengthen the capacity of   legislators and representatives, and help women establish cross-party mechanisms for collaboration, platforms for civil society engagement, and networks of support.

 

(We invite out users to read the full article published March 9 2013)

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