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
Ask any Indian teenager if they want a career in politics, and they’ll make a face that says it all. The translation would be: “I’m sorry, but I think I can do better than hanging out with obese upper caste men, making fake promises, travelling...
On the eve of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, held every year on 25 November, the spokesperson for the Council of Europe Congress on Gender Equality, Ms Eirini Dourou (SOC, Greece), made the following statement...
Linda Thomas-Greenfield and Gayle Smith on the choices they had to make to succeed, and why — from Iran to Afghanistan to America’s heartland — they think today’s young women will build a better world.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield and Gayle Smith both...
The attack on Paul Pelosi in his home by an assailant who reportedly was looking for the House speaker highlights the danger of the outrage and vitriol that often particularly targets women in positions of power.
The man charged with breaking into...
Mexico is the first country in the world to implement gender parity so thoroughly and effectively. The journey has not been easy—and is far from over.
In 2018, women won half the seats in Mexico’s Congress. They then championed a groundbreaking...
“We Have Your Back” - Breaking the cycle from online harassment to threats to violence against women and girl leaders
CSW65 side event
15:30 - 17:00 CET (10:30 - 12:00 ET)
CSW65 side event on ideas to break the impact of online violence, including harassment and threats against women and girl leaders. Participants will discuss available research on this topic,...
