Gender Equality
Fostering Women’s representation in Local Democracy – A Qualitative Analysis of the Factors Surrounding Female Political Participation at a Mayor Office Level in Colombia
This study critically examines the gendered experiences of female political candidates running for mayoral offices in Colombia. It addresses the systemic exclusion women face in a patriarchal political system, compounded by economic constraints, political violence, and societal norms. Through seven qualitative interviews, the research identifies the strategies used by women to overcome these barriers. The…
Gender Quotas and the Struggle for Representation in Local Democracy
At the 2024 Local Democracy Academy (LDA), researchers, policymakers, and local leaders gathered to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing democracy. Among the many important discussions, one theme stood out: the persistent gap between gender quotas and real political equality in local councils. Two standout presentations—one from Colombia by Clara Rocío Rodríguez Pico,…
Women empowered through gender equality in Chilanga’s administrative framework
Team Chilanga demonstrates the application of diverse methods learned from the ICLD Gender Mainstreaming Programme to empower women in environmental management. Within Zambia’s Chilanga district, a community grapples with the intertwined challenges of quarry mining and agriculture, navigating the delicate balance between environmental conservation and economic growth. Amidst these challenges, Chilanga Town Council has initiated…
Mot nya partnerskap: Åre & Region Västerbotten
Både Region Västerbotten och Åre kommun har påbörjat ett samarbete med avsikt att ansöka om partnerskapsprojekt med kommuner i Colombia respektive Guatemala. Fokus kommer att ligga på inkludering och ökad delaktighet för marginaliserade grupper. Kommunerna ingår även i ICLD:s jämställdhetsnätverk. Åre kommun samarbetar med kommunen Panajachel i Guatemala och Region Västerbotten med de colombiska kommunerna…
Region Västerbotten, Vaupes and Amazonas, Colombia
Project: Equitable health in sparsely populated areas – women’s and indigenous perspectives Region Västerbotten, Vaupes and Amazonas in Colombia, will together address the fact that indigenous women and youth in rural Colombia, face severe human rights violations, especially regarding health access. Geographic and sociocultural barriers limit their access to quality services, leading to high maternal…
Region Västerbotten, Vaupes and Amazonas, Colombia
Project: Equitable health in sparsely populated areas – women’s and indigenous perspectives Region Västerbotten, Vaupes and Amazonas in Colombia, will together address the fact that indigenous women and youth in rural Colombia, face severe human rights violations, especially regarding health access. Geographic and sociocultural barriers limit their access to quality services, leading to high maternal…
Åre and Panajachel, Guatemala
Project: Local democracy, gender equality & education – A joint learning project The municipality of Åre in Sweden and the municipality of Panajachel in Guatemala are collaborating to address the issue of gender inequality and the exclusion of minority groups in municipal decision-making processes. This effort aims to strengthen local democracies in both municipalities through…
Åre and Panajachel, Guatemala
Project: Local democracy, gender equality & education – A joint learning project The municipality of Åre in Sweden and the municipality of Panajachel in Guatemala are collaborating to address the issue of gender inequality and the exclusion of minority groups in municipal decision-making processes. This effort aims to strengthen local democracies in both municipalities through…
Stärkt jämställdhet genom partnerskapsamarbete
I juni 2024 samlades representanter från kommuner i Sverige och Guatemala i Guatemala City för kunskapsutbyte via ICLD:s partnerskapsnätverk för Jämställdhet där även kommuner från Colombia ingår. Målet med träffen var att utbyta erfarenheter och strategier för att förbättra jämställdhetsarbete i sina respektive kommuner för att skapa hållbar förändring. Träffen var också en första möjlighe för…
Keti Luarasi: Empowering Communities Through Inclusive Leadership
Keti Luarasi, Deputy Mayor of the City of Tirana, Albania, is also a dedicated participant in the ICLD Women’s Political Leadership programme. Reflecting on her journey within the programme, Keti underscores how it has not only honed her skills but also ignited substantial positive changes within her community and organisation. ”One of the most tangible…
