Publications

This publication explains gender equality in political life in terms of access, voice and transformation and provides guidance on how to conduct a national assessment of gender equality in political life and on how to develop a national action plan based on the findings of the assessment.

As a public authority, the election administration should be representative of the wider society. Within its structure, there should be no disparity between men and women or a preponderance of one gender at any level, including in senior positions. The EMB has the greatest responsibility for ensuring the inclusive participation of eligible voters in elections.

Institutional mechanisms for the advancement of women and gender equality have a unique potential for making women’s and men’s lives better and, more generally, making democracies stronger, more resilient and egalitarian. In these challenging times for democracy, institutional mechanisms play an important role in preventing the reversal of gender equality in practice.

This volume presents chronologically the OSCE's human dimension commitments over its 30-year history. It is intended for use by government officials and civil society organizations, academics, students, and practitioners alike.

This volume is arranged thematically according to the main issues related to the human dimension. It is intended for use by government officials and civil society organizations, academics, students, and practitioners alike.

As part of its comprehensive election observation methodology, the second edition of the Handbook on Observing and Promoting Women’s Participation in Elections builds on the first edition published in 2004 and elaborates further ODIHR’s methodology for assessing and issuing recommendations on women’s participation in elections.

This report highlights the impact of activities carried out by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) in 2022.

This factsheet describes how ODIHR works to promote gender equality in politics and democratic institutions.

Tool 1- the INTRODUCTION- defines violence against women in politics and describes solutions for effective prevention, protection of victims, the prosecution of perpetrators and coordination of policies.

Tool 5- for Women in Politics- is a guide for women affected directly or indirectly by such violence about how to seek protection, remedy and support.