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Why Gender Is Central to the Antidemocratic Playbook: Unpacking the Linkages in the United States and Beyond
Restrictive gender norms and authoritarianism often strengthen one another.
· November 25, 2024
Program
Democracy, Conflict, and Governance
Gender
The gender dimensions of both the evolving state of both domestic politics in countries around the world as well as the unsettled domain of interstate relations include many positive elements, like greater awareness and action relating to gender equity but also worrisome negative elements like a broad pushback against women’s rights. The program aims to supply topical insights on these issues grounded in locally-rooted research.
commentary
The Election Brought Little Change for Women in Politics
But broad patterns obscured two noteworthy trends.
· November 18, 2024
research
Navigating Setbacks: Women’s Political Representation in the 2024 Super Election Year
So far, elections in 2024 have brought more setbacks than gains for women’s political representation.
event
Launch of Women LEAD: Women Leading Effective and Accountable Democracy in the Digital Age
July 8, 2024
On the margins of the seventy-fifth NATO summit, please join the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and the National Democratic Institute for an event marking the launch of Women Leading Effective and Accountable Democracy in the Digital Age (Women LEAD), a new initiative from the Biden-Harris administration focused on advancing women’s political participation globally and addressing barriers to women’s leadership, both online and offline.
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- Mariano-Florentino (Tino) Cuéllar,
- Harriet (Hattie) Babbitt,
- Jennifer Klein,
- Jacqueline O’Neill ,
- Francina Armengol,
- Dr. Geeta Rao Gupta,
- Jamille Bigio,
- Sandra Pepera,
- Saskia Brechenmacher,
- Irene Mwendwa
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What Strategies Work to Advance Women’s Political Power?
June 13, 2024
Globally, women remain systematically underrepresented in politics. But are current interventions to promote women’s political empowerment still fit for purpose?
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- Regina Waugh,
- Saskia Brechenmacher,
- Katherine Mann,
- Kristina Wilfore,
- Francesca Nyakora
in the media
Saskia Brechenmacher on Promoting Gender Equality Through Democracy Assistance Aid
A conversation on the evolution of democracy programs designed to encourage gender equality.
research
On the Front Lines: Women’s Mobilization for Democracy in an Era of Backsliding
Women play diverse roles in and exert major influence on popular movements against democratic erosion around the world, from Brazil to Hungary to India.
- Saskia Brechenmacher,
- Erin Jones,
- Özge Zihnioğlu
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Aiding Empowerment: Democracy Promotion and Gender Equality in Politics
International assistance for women’s political empowerment has evolved significantly over the last three decades, from a first generation of aid programs aimed at integrating women into nascent democratic institutions to a second generation focused on transforming the broader political ecosystem.
in the media
Women’s Roles in Anti-Authoritarian Resistance
Many autocratic leaders have understood the power of women’s political action and are taking steps to co-opt or undermine it. Those looking to support democracy should take note.
commentary
Kenyan Women Are Pushing for Action on Femicide. They Have a Road Map.
Movements in Argentina and South Africa offer a guide for demanding government measures to curb gender-based violence.
· February 12, 2024
in the media
Gender Equality at the 78th UN General Assembly: Progress Made and Challenges Ahead
It is noteworthy that at a time of global fragmentation, geopolitical tension, and pushback against some gender equality goals, new coalitions are emerging that are seeking to model an alternative path forward.
commentary
India’s New Gender Quota Law Is a Win for Women—Mostly
Bringing more women into national and state politics could be a significant step for women’s representation, but several factors may threaten progress.
· September 26, 2023
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