Much needed…as, and I quote Michelle Obama, no country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contribution of half its citizens. Now, the willingness and ability of women to participate in these elections - be it as campaigners, activists, candidates and of course voters - is not only a good sign but also much needed. ![]() Nearly 30% of candidates (in the October elections) were women, and preliminary results indicate that there’ll be a historic number of female members of parliament in the next Council of Representatives: above and beyond the 25% minimum required. ![]() It is an honour to address you today, and I thank the four universities for the opportunity to share some reflections and recommendations on this all-important policy priority.Īt the outset, and through the lens of the recent parliamentary elections, let me begin by sharing some moderately encouraging news with regards to women’s political participation in Iraq.
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