Election Obligations & Standards Database

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"By definition, well-being policies require all citizens, and particularly vulnerable groups such as women, youth, indigenous peoples and the poor, to participate in decision-making. "

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IPU: Quito Communiqué , para. 10

Summaries

Everyone has the right to participate in the public affairs of his/her country.
Women have the right to participate in the public affairs of their country.
Election management bodies should ensure that women and marginalized groups participate in the electoral process.