Why These Women Became A Member of Parliament in the UK

Why These Women Became A Member of Parliament in the UK

It has been over a century since women have earned the right to vote in the United Kingdom. Over the course of that time, more women have stepped forward into the world of politics. Below you will find three active members of parliament and the reasons behind their...
The Most Politically Powerful Women Around The World

The Most Politically Powerful Women Around The World

In previous generations, women’s involvement in politics was slim to none. Nowadays women in politics have been making up for lost time. The women below are just a few women from all over the globe who have made monumental strides in the world of politics. Angela...
The Famous Five: Women Are “Persons” Too

The Famous Five: Women Are “Persons” Too

Near the beginning of the 20th century, five women would be responsible for shaping the lives of future Canadian women who would come after them. The efforts of the Famous Five, would not only allow women to be considered a “persons” and serve in Senate but help to...
Examining the Gender Gap in Politics

Examining the Gender Gap in Politics

Women have made significant movements in their fight for equality. Even with great strides, women are still underrepresented in government leadership positions. According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report, women only hold about 20% of the world’s...
3 Influential Women in Canadian Politics

3 Influential Women in Canadian Politics

Politics is typically known as an old man’s game, but there are many women who are pushing that old standard to the side. In the 42nd Canadian parliament, there is a record number of sitting female Members of Parliament (MP), 91 currently sitting in the House of...