Despite the fact that women account for half of the world’s population, they are largely excluded from politics and decision-making.
Women and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
As over half the population of the planet is female, success for world democracy must include a building a stronger link between women and democracy. Women in the 21st century are set to have a larger political role to play if we continue to dismantle the barriers in the way of their political equality. Also see other suggested articles on subjects like Women Voting Rights, Feminism, Minority Voting Rights or LGBT voting.
Criminal Conviction Of Saudi Women’s Rights Defender Upheld in Court
Loujain al-Hathloul is a human rights lawyer who should be respected for her nonviolent advocacy in Saudi Arabia, not labelled terrorist.
Pakistani Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai Signs Apple TV Deal
Malala Yousafzai who received the Nobel Peace Prize as a teenager after surviving a Taliban assassination attempt has joined Apple TV+.
Young Bolivian Women Are Taking Reins In Politics
Bolivia’s national regulations adopt political parity, but this does not address challenges that women face in order to participate in politics.
Why Are Only 20% of Wikipedia’s Biographies About Women?
Many people rely on Wikipedia for fast details, but searching for anything on the site does not always produce the most accurate results.
Worldwide All-time High Proportion of Women Parliamentarians
The proportion of women parliamentarians worldwide reached more than 25 per cent last year– a historic first but still far from gender parity.
Myanmar’s Quest For Women’s Empowerment Amid Crisis
Seeking solutions to Myanmar’s political problems through the empowerment of women and girls will help the country become stronger.
Towards a Pan-African Women in Political Participation Barometer
IDEA has released a new concept note outlining the importance of validating the Women in Political Participation in Africa Barometer.
South Asia’s Women’s Rights Activists Should Be Heard
As 2020 came to an end, protestors across South Asia, demanded redress of systemic sexual harassment against women and children.
Political Finance Reform As Tool To Promote Gender Inclusive Democracy
The lack of access to sufficient funding from their parties and external networks is a major obstacle to women participation in politics.