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A list of 'firsts' in politics are filed under Patsy Mink's name, including 1st woman of color and 1st Asian-American woman elected to congress! Here's to the work she did to change the narrative for women in politics, women's rights and education. Words matter. Actions matter. #Accessibility matters. Learn about #herstory here: https://lnkd.in/eBa99iMm #womenshistorymonth #wecandoit #govcon #wosb #mosb (This is not a statement about political affiliation or beliefs)

Adelugba's concern underscores the ongoing struggle to achieve gender parity in politics, despite concerted efforts by non-state actors. It's a reminder of the need for sustained initiatives that tackle the root causes of gender inequality in electoral representation. Also a reminder that Nigeria's Gender Policy says there should be 35% women in positions of power in our dear country. It's about time that the Gender Policy is meaningfully implemented. #NigeriaPolitics #NoWomanNoNation #GenderParityInPolitics #WomenInPolitics #ElectMoreWomen #PoliticalInclusivity #EmpowerFemaleLeaders #EqualityInElections #BreakTheGenderBarrier #WomenRepresentation #GenderPolicy #Nigeria #NoWomeNoNation https://lnkd.in/eaH2Gp9E

Delighted to share my publication titled "Beyond Quotas: Addressing Barriers to Women's Political Participation in Asia". DOI: 10.52823/TZPA5924 Thanks to Md Imran Hosen for his relentless dedication towards this work. In this paper, we argued that gender quotas in Asia seemed to have failed in addressing the barriers to women's political participation, and not only descriptive but also substantive and symbolic representation is required for women's fruitful inclusion in political affairs.

As you all know, we at LightRay Media and Foundation been among the very few women-led organisations in the forefront canvassing for more meritorious women to be in leadership positions whether in the media, at the national assembly, in governance as governors, local government chairpersons, CEOs, ambassadors, ministers, and wherever talent, capacity and solutions to issues require gender mainstreaming: inclusive of both women and men for the varied and distinctive perspectives, ideas and solutions they can bring to the table. We want to say that our efforts along with other civil society organisations has not been in vein. We will continue to add our voices to the promise made by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu for the promise made to have the gender bills passed by the 10th Assembly. Our Executive Director of LightRay Media and Converner of 100 Women in Media Leadership, Lady Ejiro Umukoro (LadyEumukoro LightRay) applauds the decision of the National Assembly to reconsider the review of the five rejected gender bills namely: 1. The Bill to Provide Special Seats for Women at National Assembly. 2. Affirmative Action for Women in Political Party Administration – 35% of Executive Positions; Bill to Grant Citizenship to Foreign-born Husbands of a Nigerian Woman. 3. Bill on Indigeneship, which would enable married women to have a choice on state of origin and bill seeking inclusion of at least 10 percent affirmative action in favour of women in ministerial appointments. #womeninleadership #womeninbusiness #womenempowered #capacitydevelopment #100WomeninMedia #LightRayMedia

Yoshie Midorikawa is listed on Maxwell Chambers’ MAXWELL CONNECTher as one of the women arbitrators in the Asia Pacific region.  She is listed as one of the 8 women arbitrators based in Japan.    Details: https://lnkd.in/ghDa4wsN    #MiuraandPartners #MP #arbitration #arbitrator #MaxwellChambers #MAXWELLCONNECTher #DiversityInArbitration #WomenInArbitration #AsiaPacificArbitration 

Two different perspectives on women #boardingschoolsurvivors. The stories of young Iranian girls sent to UK boarding schools in Soosan Latham & Roya Ferdows' book and Fiona Benson's Boarding School Tales within Ephemeron. Two more books to be published soon by Nicky Moxey and Isobel Ross. So important that women's voices are heard.

Nigeria's constitution has perpetuated gender bias, hindering women's political participation and representation. The paltry representation in political offices and lack of women in leadership positions in local government areas are glaring reminders of this systemic inequality. It's crucial to reform the constitution and implement policies that promote gender parity, ensuring inclusive decision-making processes that truly represent the Nigerian population. #NigeriaConstitution #GenderEquality #WomenInPolitics #PoliticalReform #InclusiveDemocracy #GenderBias #WomenEmpowerment #PoliticalRepresentation #LocalGovernmentReform #ParityInPolitics https://lnkd.in/eZMw72UQ

Advancing Female Entrepreneurship by Addressing Legal Barriers This session will dissect the intricate relationship between legal frameworks, gender discrimination, and economic development, while examining the vital role of legal and judicial reform in advancing female entrepreneurship by dismantling barriers to access to finance. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/kOHa50Q6yQv

valuable discussion on how law can be employed as a powerful tool to incentivize women to pursue equal opportunities, change mindsets regarding the role of women, and hold institutions and individuals accountable for achieving results

CRISP team was invited by the CHANGE Program of OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) a third consecutive time to support their Young Women’s Political Academy 💙 The program focuses on fostering gender equality and fighting violence against women, and this time it was held specifically for Georgian 🇬🇪participants in the light of the upcoming parliamentary elections. CRISP conducted a simulation game with 25 participants as a laboratory for practicing newly gained knowledge from the Academy. 🧩 In the simulation game set in the fictional country of Transolvia, players navigate the challenges of a transitioning parliamentary democracy. The country is facing issues of corruption, minority rights, and gender inequality. With elections approaching, players – representatives of different parties and civil society movements – must balance alliances, address societal concerns, and decide the movement's political affiliation or independence, shaping the nation's future amidst rising tension and discontent. The emphasis on combating violence against women in politics was particularly noteworthy, as it underscored the crucial need for a safe and inclusive political space. Positive feedback highlighted the importance of addressing gender-based violence to ensure that women can actively participate in political processes without fear of intimidation or harm. #GenderEqualityLeaders #PoliticalAcademy2023 #InclusiveDemocracy #WomenInPolitics #YouthInPolitics #ODIHRPartnership #Georgia #OSCE