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1 Jul

Navigating Populism: Women’s Struggle for Political Representation

In recent decades, the growing representation of women in politics has brought both progress and backlash, with feminist demands increasingly recognised by institutions. However, the rise of populist parties around the world has weaponised these gains, using feminist rhetoric to push regressive, gendered agendas that ultimately threaten women's rights and those of minority groups. As this report explores, the manipulative instrumentalisation of feminist causes by populist leaders underscores how deeply women's rights and democratic principles are intertwined, with neither being able to thrive in the absence of the other.

31 May

Conquering the Right to Abortion: The French Journey on Women’s Access to Abortion

Simone de Beauvoir’s quote from 1949 remains relevant today to fight for women’s rights, particularly sexual and reproductive rights. Statistics show that six out of ten unintended pregnancies result in […]

14 May

Women in Gaza

The report focuses on the situation of Palestinian women in Gaza, specifically addressing gender-based violence (GBV), health challenges, and how it fits into International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The situation in […]

1 Feb

A Feminist Europe, Dream or Reality?

Since 1957, the European Union (EU) has been a key player in promoting gender equality, establishing comprehensive frameworks and empowering women within its member states. The EU supports women’s sexual […]

1 Aug

Understanding Intersectional Feminism: Origins, Modern Activism and Critiques

Intersectionality is a key concept in contemporary feminist discourse, examining the disproportionate impact of oppression on individuals due to interlocking identity factors like race, gender, class, sexuality, disability, or nationality. […]

1 Apr

The Conception of Feminism Research Report

Feminism is often misunderstood globally, with misconceptions ranging from viewing it as anti-men or advocating for matriarchy. These misunderstandings extend beyond social realms into politics, where politicians employ anti-feminist rhetoric […]

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