A first in the history of politics around the globe, the International Knowledge Network of Women in Politics popularly known as iKnow Politics, was launched at the United Nations. It is a virtual network that links women in politics all over the world. The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI), the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), and the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) work together for this project. This was founded to equip women whatever assistance they need for them to be able to participate meaningfully and make their political mark.
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Politics historically was a world only for men. In New Zealand in 1893, women were first allowed to vote since then Women have played an important role in politics. In ancient Rome, the real power behind the throne was traditionally women. In the modern world of global politics, women remain as the movers and shakers in the political arena.
Looking through modern history, women politicians were usually taken for granted because their gender was seen as a weakness. However, many women politicians have proven otherwise. They have been decisive in going to war and they have been diplomatic if the need arise. Setting aside the issue of gender, women have proven themselves as worthy as men in the world of politics.
Source: liveleak.com