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Media type:
E-Book
Title:
Enhancing Gender Public Participation in Newly Established Democracies
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Exploring the Influence of Social Norms on Women's Proactivity in Kosovo and North Macedonia
Footnote:
In: Women, Gender & the Law eJournal, Vol. 18 No. 164
Nach Informationen von SSRN wurde die ursprüngliche Fassung des Dokuments June 21, 2023 erstellt
Description:
Contemporary studies of politics highlight the significance of public activism and participation in governance. These mechanisms and the formulation of public policies foster interaction between institutions and society, promoting democracy, transparency, cohesion, and inclusiveness. However, newly formed democracies often face challenges in ensuring inclusive participation forums and structuring effective gender inclusion policies. Consequently, women's participation in politics and the public sphere remains low, with the gender role being frequently overlooked.This article delves into the impact of gender public participation in newly established democracies, specifically examining how social norms influence the proactivity of women in Kosovo and North Macedonia. It explores the measures implemented by these states to ensure proactive women's participation. It analyzes the contribution of women's civic activism through civil society in building democracies and challenging traditional social norms. Given that Kosovo and North Macedonia have established legal frameworks based on European Union principles, they exhibit similarities in terms of gender public participation and state political systems.The conclusions drawn in this article are based on the analysis of international reports, including the Transformation Index BTI, Country Reports, and Varieties of Democracies - Public Variables on Public Participation. By shedding light on the interplay between gender public participation, social norms, and the development of newly established democracies, this research contributes to understanding effective strategies for enhancing women's engagement and promoting gender equality in political and public realms