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In the present study, the author examines the status of women in political parties in Lebanon. The study serves as a key resource for deepening understanding of women’s political engagement and the challenges they face.
The aim of the study is to support efforts to strengthen the role of women in political and party life as key stakeholders in decision-making processes, and to contribute to the development of effective solutions to the broader challenges facing Lebanon.
The study focuses on political parties as the primary gateway to political engagement in Lebanon, recognizing their critical role in promoting women’s participation and representation in political life, and in advancing gender equality in both the political arena and society at large.
Voter secrecy is essential for free, fair, and transparent elections. It protects voters from coercion, ensures genuine outcomes, and builds public trust. In Lebanon’s sectarian system, structural and cultural practices threaten this principle, with serious implications for marginalized groups, especially women. Fears of backlash and systemic barriers limit their political participation. This paper examines voter secrecy in Lebanon, its challenges, and its impact on women, drawing on recent research and observations.
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As part of the Women’s Participation in Leadership (WPIL) project, UN Women and UNDP, with support from Global Affairs Canada, worked to advance gender equality and the rights of women and girls in Lebanon. WPIL empowered women in all their diversity to lead and influence civic and political spaces. By engaging individuals, institutions, and communities, the project supported 16+ partners driving sustainable change toward inclusive leadership and gender justice.