Latest items for LBHO-LAW-1
March 15, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
Countries: Gabon
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, VOTE-LAW-1
"[I]n the introductory section on fundamental principles and rights, the constitutional revision of 12 January 2018 establishes, in paragraph 24, that the State shall promote equal access for women and men to electoral mandates and political and professional responsibilities" (12-13).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, VOTE-LAW-1
"[I]n the introductory section on fundamental principles and rights, the constitutional revision of 12 January 2018 establishes, in paragraph 24, that the State shall promote equal access for women and men to electoral mandates and political and professional responsibilities" (12-13).
Jan. 4, 2024, 10:41 a.m.
Countries: Singapore
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women in Singapore are able to enter politics based on their own merits" (18).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women in Singapore are able to enter politics based on their own merits" (18).
Nov. 21, 2023, 5:58 p.m.
Countries: China
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"'The party has addressed it but in a relatively vague manner, if you look at the party constitution, there is a line about promoting women party members in leadership,' said Minglu Chen, senior lecturer in the Department of Government and International Relations at the University of Sydney" (para. 26).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"'The party has addressed it but in a relatively vague manner, if you look at the party constitution, there is a line about promoting women party members in leadership,' said Minglu Chen, senior lecturer in the Department of Government and International Relations at the University of Sydney" (para. 26).
Sept. 30, 2023, 4 p.m.
Countries: Kazakhstan
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"The Committee welcomes the increased representation of women in the judiciary and at different levels of the executive branch and the increased participation of women in political parties. The Committee is concerned, however, about the following: (a) The postponement to 2030 of the full realization of the State party’s goal of 30 per cent representation of women in decision-making posts, in contrast with its previous gender equality strategy, which included a goal of 30 per cent representation by 2016, and target 5.5 of the Sustainable Development Goals aimed at achieving parity in decision-making" (p.10).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"The Committee welcomes the increased representation of women in the judiciary and at different levels of the executive branch and the increased participation of women in political parties. The Committee is concerned, however, about the following: (a) The postponement to 2030 of the full realization of the State party’s goal of 30 per cent representation of women in decision-making posts, in contrast with its previous gender equality strategy, which included a goal of 30 per cent representation by 2016, and target 5.5 of the Sustainable Development Goals aimed at achieving parity in decision-making" (p.10).
Sept. 22, 2023, 8:51 a.m.
Countries: Angola
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"By law no political party may limit party membership based on ethnicity, race, or gender" (15).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"By law no political party may limit party membership based on ethnicity, race, or gender" (15).
Sept. 18, 2023, 2 a.m.
Countries: Bhutan
Variables: DACH-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-3, ABO-LAW-1
"Writing the previous year, Wangdi pointed explicitly to gaps in economic and governmental participation, with far fewer women than men in the civil service workforce and women making up just 8.5 percent of the National Assembly and 24 percent of the National Council. On a personal level, female reproductive rights lag in certain aspects. While women in the public and private sectors receive three months’ maternity leave with 100 percent of their wages, abortion is illegal except in certain specific cases, leading many women to cross into India and seek abortions in unsafe conditions" (para.4).
Variables: DACH-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-3, ABO-LAW-1
"Writing the previous year, Wangdi pointed explicitly to gaps in economic and governmental participation, with far fewer women than men in the civil service workforce and women making up just 8.5 percent of the National Assembly and 24 percent of the National Council. On a personal level, female reproductive rights lag in certain aspects. While women in the public and private sectors receive three months’ maternity leave with 100 percent of their wages, abortion is illegal except in certain specific cases, leading many women to cross into India and seek abortions in unsafe conditions" (para.4).
Sept. 18, 2023, 2 a.m.
Countries: Bhutan
Variables: DACH-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-3, ABO-LAW-1
"Writing the previous year, Wangdi pointed explicitly to gaps in economic and governmental participation, with far fewer women than men in the civil service workforce and women making up just 8.5 percent of the National Assembly and 24 percent of the National Council. On a personal level, female reproductive rights lag in certain aspects. While women in the public and private sectors receive three months’ maternity leave with 100 percent of their wages, abortion is illegal except in certain specific cases, leading many women to cross into India and seek abortions in unsafe conditions" (para.4).
Variables: DACH-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-1, GIC-LAW-3, ABO-LAW-1
"Writing the previous year, Wangdi pointed explicitly to gaps in economic and governmental participation, with far fewer women than men in the civil service workforce and women making up just 8.5 percent of the National Assembly and 24 percent of the National Council. On a personal level, female reproductive rights lag in certain aspects. While women in the public and private sectors receive three months’ maternity leave with 100 percent of their wages, abortion is illegal except in certain specific cases, leading many women to cross into India and seek abortions in unsafe conditions" (para.4).
Aug. 8, 2023, 12:20 p.m.
Countries: Senegal
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"The creation of political parties is free and without discrimination. Political parties are considered as associations governed by the common law of associations." (7). "Under the laws and regulations in force in Senegal, there should be no discrimination preventing women from accessing such posts. Women and men have equal access to senior positions in public service." (19).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"The creation of political parties is free and without discrimination. Political parties are considered as associations governed by the common law of associations." (7). "Under the laws and regulations in force in Senegal, there should be no discrimination preventing women from accessing such posts. Women and men have equal access to senior positions in public service." (19).
June 14, 2023, 7:56 p.m.
Countries: Bolivia
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"[The Political Organizations Act] requires political parties to make a declaration of principles that includes respect for the political rights of women and rejects racism and all forms of discrimination" (18).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"[The Political Organizations Act] requires political parties to make a declaration of principles that includes respect for the political rights of women and rejects racism and all forms of discrimination" (18).
March 18, 2023, 10:20 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women have equal rights to elect and be elected, to participate in the formulation and implementation of government policies and to hold public offices and perform public functions" (12).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women have equal rights to elect and be elected, to participate in the formulation and implementation of government policies and to hold public offices and perform public functions" (12).
March 3, 2023, 11:15 p.m.
Countries: Nigeria
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Funding is another big obstacle. Elections here are combative and money is a tool to buy influence and get people’s votes. But women control very little capital in Nigeria, Oyagbola reminds me, and those who have it are often scared to venture into politics. She says the laws must urgently enforce female participation. But that may not happen for a while yet..." (Para. 11).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Funding is another big obstacle. Elections here are combative and money is a tool to buy influence and get people’s votes. But women control very little capital in Nigeria, Oyagbola reminds me, and those who have it are often scared to venture into politics. She says the laws must urgently enforce female participation. But that may not happen for a while yet..." (Para. 11).
Feb. 24, 2023, 12:54 p.m.
Countries: Nepal
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"The Constitution provides separate provision on rights of women and guarantees the following:...Women shall have the right to participate in all bodies of the State on the basis of the principle of proportional inclusion;" (5). "The Constitution ensures the proportional representation of women in all State bodies, and the right to acquire special opportunity in education, health, employment and social security" (6). "Introducing policies for positive discrimination for women’s employment in government and public services." (7). "The Constitution guarantees women’s right to participate in all structures and bodies on the basis of the principle of proportional inclusion. The Constitution ensures mandatory representation of women in at least one third of...more
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"The Constitution provides separate provision on rights of women and guarantees the following:...Women shall have the right to participate in all bodies of the State on the basis of the principle of proportional inclusion;" (5). "The Constitution ensures the proportional representation of women in all State bodies, and the right to acquire special opportunity in education, health, employment and social security" (6). "Introducing policies for positive discrimination for women’s employment in government and public services." (7). "The Constitution guarantees women’s right to participate in all structures and bodies on the basis of the principle of proportional inclusion. The Constitution ensures mandatory representation of women in at least one third of...more
Feb. 19, 2023, 1:18 p.m.
Countries: Bulgaria
Variables: DACH-LAW-1, ERBG-PRACTICE-2, ERBG-PRACTICE-3, ERBG-LAW-1, LBHO-PRACTICE-2, LBHO-LAW-1, DV-LAW-1, AFE-LAW-1, DTCP-LAW-1, CONST-LAW-1
“While the law provides women the same legal status and rights as men, women faced some discrimination in economic participation and political empowerment. The law provides for equal opportunities in all spheres of public, economic, and political life; equal access to public resources; equal treatment; exclusion of gender-based discrimination and violence; balanced representation of men and women in all decision-making bodies; and overcoming gender-based stereotypes” (p. 23).
Variables: DACH-LAW-1, ERBG-PRACTICE-2, ERBG-PRACTICE-3, ERBG-LAW-1, LBHO-PRACTICE-2, LBHO-LAW-1, DV-LAW-1, AFE-LAW-1, DTCP-LAW-1, CONST-LAW-1
“While the law provides women the same legal status and rights as men, women faced some discrimination in economic participation and political empowerment. The law provides for equal opportunities in all spheres of public, economic, and political life; equal access to public resources; equal treatment; exclusion of gender-based discrimination and violence; balanced representation of men and women in all decision-making bodies; and overcoming gender-based stereotypes” (p. 23).
Feb. 4, 2023, 8:40 a.m.
Countries: Iraq
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"[T]he Political Parties Act (No. 36 of 2015) provides for women to be represented in the founding committee and general committee of a party" (8).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"[T]he Political Parties Act (No. 36 of 2015) provides for women to be represented in the founding committee and general committee of a party" (8).
Dec. 26, 2022, 5:07 p.m.
Countries: New Zealand
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Soraya Peke-Mason from the liberal Labour Party was sworn in to Parliament on Tuesday, replacing former Speaker Trevor Mallard, who left to become ambassador to Ireland. With the resignation of another male lawmaker, it has tipped the balance in Parliament to 60 women and 59 men" (para 1). The presence of women in Parliament indicates that there are not legal barriers to women holding office (AMC - CODER COMMENT).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Soraya Peke-Mason from the liberal Labour Party was sworn in to Parliament on Tuesday, replacing former Speaker Trevor Mallard, who left to become ambassador to Ireland. With the resignation of another male lawmaker, it has tipped the balance in Parliament to 60 women and 59 men" (para 1). The presence of women in Parliament indicates that there are not legal barriers to women holding office (AMC - CODER COMMENT).
June 14, 2022, 5:24 p.m.
Countries: Denmark
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"In Denmark, women and men have the same rights and opportunities to stand for elections and to join politics..." (16). "Women and men have equal political rights. Women and men have the same right to vote and can be elected to the municipal councils, Inatsisartut and Naalakkersuisut, as well as the Danish Folketinget, which currently has two female representatives from Greenland in two seats" (33-34).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"In Denmark, women and men have the same rights and opportunities to stand for elections and to join politics..." (16). "Women and men have equal political rights. Women and men have the same right to vote and can be elected to the municipal councils, Inatsisartut and Naalakkersuisut, as well as the Danish Folketinget, which currently has two female representatives from Greenland in two seats" (33-34).
May 16, 2022, 8:09 p.m.
Countries: Suriname
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Requirements for electing legislative bodies (the National Assembly, the Resort Council, the District Council) are not discriminatory (Constitution, Art. 57), nor are women considered to be among the groups excluded from participation. There are no provisions in the Decree Political Organizations (Bulletin of Acts and Decrees 1987 no.61) which directly impede or restrict entry of women into politics. This decree states, among others, that political parties must be open to everyone, irrespective of race and religious beliefs" (18).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Requirements for electing legislative bodies (the National Assembly, the Resort Council, the District Council) are not discriminatory (Constitution, Art. 57), nor are women considered to be among the groups excluded from participation. There are no provisions in the Decree Political Organizations (Bulletin of Acts and Decrees 1987 no.61) which directly impede or restrict entry of women into politics. This decree states, among others, that political parties must be open to everyone, irrespective of race and religious beliefs" (18).
May 12, 2022, 5 p.m.
Countries: Panama
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (10).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (10).
March 25, 2022, 8:54 p.m.
Countries: United Arab Emirates
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-3, LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"Although some traditional practices discouraged women from engaging in political life, no laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process. The government prioritized women’s participation in government. There were nine female ministers in the 31-member cabinet, an increase of two women from the previous cabinet, and 20 women in the FNC (seven elected)" (25).
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-3, LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"Although some traditional practices discouraged women from engaging in political life, no laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process. The government prioritized women’s participation in government. There were nine female ministers in the 31-member cabinet, an increase of two women from the previous cabinet, and 20 women in the FNC (seven elected)" (25).
March 15, 2022, 11:02 a.m.
Countries: Lithuania
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (9).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (9).
March 10, 2022, 9:58 a.m.
Countries: Peru
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. In July, Congress approved a gradual increase of the gender quota in congressional lists (lists of candidates presented by political parties for district elections) from the existing 30 percent to 40 percent by 2021, 45 percent by 2026, and parity (50 percent) by 2031" (11).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. In July, Congress approved a gradual increase of the gender quota in congressional lists (lists of candidates presented by political parties for district elections) from the existing 30 percent to 40 percent by 2021, 45 percent by 2026, and parity (50 percent) by 2031" (11).
March 6, 2022, 11:41 p.m.
Countries: United Kingdom
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women were banned by the Foreign Office from holding ambassadorships until 1946. Up until 1976, they were required to leave the role if they decided to marry. The UK named its first married female ambassador in 1987"(para 10,11).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"Women were banned by the Foreign Office from holding ambassadorships until 1946. Up until 1976, they were required to leave the role if they decided to marry. The UK named its first married female ambassador in 1987"(para 10,11).
March 4, 2022, 6:57 p.m.
Countries: Fiji
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-3, LBHO-LAW-1
"No law limits participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. Cultural attitudes about gender roles restricted political participation by most indigenous women..." (13).
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-3, LBHO-LAW-1
"No law limits participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. Cultural attitudes about gender roles restricted political participation by most indigenous women..." (13).
Feb. 28, 2022, 4:35 p.m.
Countries: El Salvador
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate"(15).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate"(15).
Feb. 24, 2022, 10:11 p.m.
Countries: Colombia
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. The share of female officials in the cabinet was more than 50 percent" (22).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, GP-DATA-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. The share of female officials in the cabinet was more than 50 percent" (22).
Feb. 17, 2022, 11:59 a.m.
Countries: Paraguay
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2, LBHO-DATA-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. The electoral code requires that at least 20 percent of each party’s candidates in internal party primaries be women. Although the parties met this requirement, they placed the majority of female candidates toward the end of the closed party lists, effectively limiting their chances of being elected. Women served in both the legislature and the Supreme Court; however, there were only 19 women in congress (eight of 45 senators and 11 of 80 national deputies). There were no female governors" (10).
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-1, LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2, LBHO-DATA-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. The electoral code requires that at least 20 percent of each party’s candidates in internal party primaries be women. Although the parties met this requirement, they placed the majority of female candidates toward the end of the closed party lists, effectively limiting their chances of being elected. Women served in both the legislature and the Supreme Court; however, there were only 19 women in congress (eight of 45 senators and 11 of 80 national deputies). There were no female governors" (10).
Feb. 5, 2022, 9:24 a.m.
Countries: Mozambique
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2, GP-DATA-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. Women and members of many ethnic groups held key political positions. Nevertheless, only seven of 23 ministers in the president’s cabinet were women. Frelimo used quotas to provide for female representation on its central committee" (13).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1, LBHO-LAW-2, GP-DATA-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate. Women and members of many ethnic groups held key political positions. Nevertheless, only seven of 23 ministers in the president’s cabinet were women. Frelimo used quotas to provide for female representation on its central committee" (13).
Feb. 4, 2022, 7:59 p.m.
Countries: Norway
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (9).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit the participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (9).
Feb. 2, 2022, 12:28 p.m.
Countries: Madagascar
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (16).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate" (16).
Jan. 27, 2022, 10:21 a.m.
Countries: Jamaica
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate"(10).
Variables: LBHO-LAW-1
"No laws limit participation of women or members of minorities in the political process, and they did participate"(10).