Women

Georgia Edges Towards More Equal Parliament

Politicians seem prepared to consider a measure that would guarantee women a quarter of seats in the legislature.

27 Oct 15

Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.

1 Oct 15

Rural women balancing housework and manual farm labour seen as especially vulnerable to health problems.

1 Oct 15

How women in Idlib kept the Free Syrian Army going.

4 Aug 15

Money supports whole communities, but earning it can destroy families.

22 Jul 15

Strains caused when husbands are absent for months or years.

9 Jul 15

Maternity system examined in IWPR radio show.

9 Jul 15

Returning to families can be as hard as finding work.

30 Jun 15

Caught while smuggling food past government soldiers.

19 Jun 15

At the age of 105, a grandmother remains a staunch revolutionary.

2 Jun 15

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