Participatory Local Democracy

Supported by UNDEF 2012-2014

Women as political actors : formal criteria and informal dynamics in electing women councillors in Niger

Abstract: A quota system for women was used in the municipal council elections in Niger to enhance the representation of women councillors. This demonstrates that the decentralization process can provide women with a better access to local politics.

Author(s): Tegels, José; Abdou, Maïmouna

Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-04 24 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-04

Published: 2007 SNV Netherlands development organisation, The Hague (English

ISBN/ISSN: /

Link: http://www.search4dev.nl/document/115688

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January 1, 2007

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decentralization in government, Elections, Empowerment, municipal government, niger, Women, women in politics

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Women as political actors : formal criteria and informal dynamics in electing women councillors in Niger

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