Politics

“Everyone should be given the opportunity to serve their country, without any discrimination.” Subhasnee Luchmun Roy is a member of the National Assembly and a member of the political party […]

“Providing the opportunity for women to participate effectively in politics should neither be seen as a favour on women nor simply a result of laws or quotas.” Soonita Kistamah has […]

“Nowadays, children receive very empowering messages on the status, role and potentiality of women.” Sandra Marie Monia Mayotte is a member of the National Assembly and a member of the […]

“Engaging oneself in politics should be selfless and aimed at creating positive changes at the personal, community and country level rather than done for personal interests.” Joanna Berenger has a […]

“Until and unless poverty and inequality are addressed, stability and social cohesion will be under threat. There can be no peace without justice” Dr Sheila Bunwaree’s initial encounter with Gender […]

Gender Links is hosting a week long  Women’s Political Participation (WPP) Academy in Maun, Botswana from 8-12 May. The academy aims at enhancing the inclusion and effective participation of women […]

Gender Links (GL) invites journalists to apply for a five days training programme organised online on Women’s Political Participation. The training seeks to enhance gender sensitive reporting and skills in […]

GL joins the world in commemorating World Press Freedom Day. This year is the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day and is  being observed under the theme “Shaping a […]

By  Imali Ngusale and Dorothy Otieno In the arena of political participation, African women in all their diversities are often perceived as “mere” voters “unsuitable” to lead key political processes. […]

By Sheistah Bundhoo-Deenoo Moka, 18 May: A quota system in Mauritius will be a roadmap to ensure women’s political participation. This summarises the main output of the 50-50 symposium organised […]