Alyson Laird is a Women 5050 supporter, but it was not always that way, read why she changed her mind about positive action. Since writing my Masters dissertation last year, my views on gender quotas have changed. I used to be the person who dismissed them as a viable strategy to tackle gender segregation, called …
Dr. Meryl Kenny, University of Edinburgh Bring up the topic of gender quotas and you will face a barrage of well-worn criticisms – they are undemocratic, they discriminate against men, they promote ‘token’ women, and so on. Those who oppose quotas will often claim that of course they would like to see more women in …
Ever feel like your voice doesn’t matter? That the political system isn’t for you? Why not try this particular period of time! With added women, LGBT rights and constitutional debate, this political culture may be for you. Hurry, while stocks last! Ok so that might be overselling it-watered down minority rights anyone? But there are …
