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Political Parties Gender Mainstreaming Political Mainstreaming Guide

Across the world, democracy is strongest
when all voices are heard and valued. Yet, too
often, women’s voices are silenced, sidelined,
or excluded from the very spaces where
decisions that shape their lives are made.
Political parties, as engines of leadership and
governance, must be at the forefront of
dismantling these barriers and opening
doors for women to lead, influence, and
transform society.
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Foreword
The guide equips party leaders, members,
and allies with practical tools to question
entrenched norms, break down systemic
barriers, and reimagine political spaces
where women and men participate as equals.
It reminds us that transformative change
begins with intentional choices—choices to
design policies and frameworks that
empower, to create leadership pipelines for
women, and to champion a culture of
fairness and respect.
We celebrate the courage of women who
continue to push boundaries, often against
incredible odds, and the allies who stand with
them. Their struggles and triumphs inspire
this guide and fuel the movement for genderjust
politics.
Let this resource ignite new energy and
commitment in political parties. Let it
remind us that true democracy cannot exist
without gender equality, and that when
women lead, societies thrive.