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1M ago
Data show young Australian women are less politically engaged than men. Given the negative experiences of female politicians, that’s hardly surprising. But there’s a glimmer of hope ..read more
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1M ago
Frank Hester’s words are only the latest extreme example of the constant discrimination black and ethnic minority women face when they enter public life ..read more
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2M ago
While Nikki Haley trails Donald Trump in polling ahead of the South Carolina primary, the estimates don’t capture the Democrats and independents who are also able to vote in the Republican primary ..read more
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2M ago
As the country prepares to go to the polls on February 14, will the low representation of women in parliament improve? Given the systemic barriers in place, probably not ..read more
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2M ago
Any state policy looking to increase women’s representation must take into account formal and informal political practices ..read more
Shows like ‘Scandal’ and ‘Madam Secretary’ inspire women to become involved in politics in real life
The Conversation » Women In Politics
5M ago
Watching a woman character star in a fictional political TV drama can spark viewers, particularly women, to vote, campaign for a politician or find other ways to become involved in politics ..read more
The Conversation » Women In Politics
5M ago
Women represent half of Mexico’s Congress and hold key positions in politics and the judiciary. But the country is still dogged by high rates of femicide ..read more
The Conversation » Women In Politics
7M ago
Inaction on gendered abuse is making it an even more effective tool for discouraging women from taking public office ..read more
The Conversation » Women In Politics
8M ago
Women’s representation in Zimbabwe’s parliament has declined in spite of a quota imposed in 2013 ..read more
The Conversation » Women In Politics
1y ago
Their departures are a stark contrast to some recent male leaders who held on until they were forced out ..read more