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Women of Libya Present Action Plan for Peace

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Women of Libya Present Action Plan for Peace

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On 10 November 2015, a diverse and geographically representative group of 38 Libyan women activists joined their efforts in presenting the Libyan Women Action Plan for Peace and their shared vision to the international community.

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On 10 November 2015, a diverse and geographically representative group of 38 Libyan women activists joined their efforts in presenting the Libyan Women Action Plan for Peace and their shared vision to the international community.

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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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