Historical Events tagged with "political participation"

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Politics & Government

Libya's Constitution Amendments Enhance Gender Rights

April 26th, 1963 61 years ago

Amendments to Libya's constitution transformed the United Kingdom of Libya into one Kingdom of Libya, paving the way for national unity and notably allowing for female participation in elections. This change reflected a significant step towards gender equality in governance, broadening the scope of democratic representation within the country. The reforms were driven by the evolving political landscape and a desire to modernize the governance structure, ensuring that women had a voice in the political process.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Formation of Uddevalla Suffrage Association

October 12th, 1890 134 years ago

The Uddevalla Suffrage Association was established in Uddevalla, Sweden, to advocate for women's voting rights. This organization comprised local activists and allies committed to promoting gender equality and suffrage as essential democratic rights. It aimed to raise awareness about women's political participation and provided a platform for discussions around social reforms. The formation served as a catalyst for greater movements in Sweden, feeding into the broader international suffrage movement that was gaining momentum in this period.

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