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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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Lebanon joins the world in launching the 2025 “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” campaign, shining a spotlight on one of the fastest-growing threats to women’s safety: digital violence.
Under the theme “UNiTE to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls”, the United Nations System in Lebanon, the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW), and UN gender and GBV partners call for urgent action to protect women and girls in digital spaces, through a communications Campaign.
This year’s campaign urges governments, tech companies, donors, the media, and individuals to take concrete steps to prevent harm, ensure accountability, and support survivors. It also marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, one of the most significant global commitments to women’s rights.
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