Overview

This report identifies critical factors preventing marginalised womens inclusion in customary and democratic decision-making structures. It details specific strategies marginalised women and their supporters have adopted, ranging from direct action strategies in Somaliland to 'soft' advocacy strategies in Cambodia, in overcoming barriers to their participation. The reports ten case studies gather together knowledge and practical experience from around the world and show how women can have an impact on political processes through their participation in politics.

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Author:   International IDEA
Publisher:   International IDEA/International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance
Imprint:   International IDEA/International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance
Dimensions:   Width: 16.50cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 24.00cm
Weight:   0.702kg
ISBN:  

9789186565930

ISBN 10:   9186565931
Pages:   105
Publication Date:   01 March 2014
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface; Introduction: Journeys from exclusion to inclusion; The intervention of PEACE during the Crisis: promoting the inclusion of women in customary systems in Bougainville; Breaking through the confines of traditions: the Wajir Peace & Development Committee in northern Kenya; The successful road towards inclusion of women in traditional governance institutions: the case of Namibias Uukwambi Traditional Authority; Living customary law in South Africa: a space for women to overcome exclusion; Womens political participation in Somaliland; The inclusion of Muslim women in Indian democratic governance structures & processes; Solidarity in exile? The influence of gender politics on the pro-democracy struggle in Myanmar; A place on the platform: the participation of women in Karen community organizations; 'Beyond almost all politicians there are women in the shadows': Cambodian womens experiences of local governance; Making decentralization meaningful for marginalized communities: lessons from the Integrated Development Foundation in Cameroon; Conclusion: Learning from the stories of marginalized women.

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The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports sustainable democracy world-wide. The objectives of the Institute are to support stronger democratic institutions and processes, and more sustainable, effective and legitimate democracy.

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