Women in National Parliaments 2008

Belarus

In 2008, Belarus ranked #19 globally with 31.8181818181818 % of women in national parliaments. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting a significant commitment to gender representation in governance. The country's historical emphasis on women's roles in the workforce and its social policies have contributed to this level of political participation. Additionally, state support for women’s rights has fostered an environment where female representation can thrive.

Trinidad and Tobago

In 2008, Trinidad and Tobago ranked #32 globally with 26.8292682926829% of women in national parliaments. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting a commitment to gender representation in governance. Contributing factors include progressive electoral policies and a history of women's activism that has shaped political participation in the country.

Iran

In 2008, Iran ranked #174 globally with 2.7972027972028% of women in national parliaments. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's conservative political landscape. The limited representation of women can be attributed to cultural norms and legal barriers that restrict women's roles in governance and public life.

Bahamas

In 2008, the Bahamas ranked #113 globally for Women in National Parliaments, with a value of 12.1951219512195%. This percentage is notably lower than the global average, which reflects ongoing challenges in gender representation in politics. Key factors influencing this statistic include cultural norms and historical barriers to women's political participation, alongside a political landscape that has traditionally favored male candidates.

Honduras

In 2008, Honduras ranked #46 globally with 23.4375 % of women in national parliaments. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting a commitment to gender representation in governance. Key drivers of this statistic include progressive electoral reforms aimed at increasing women's participation and a growing civil society advocating for gender equality, despite ongoing challenges related to political instability and economic hardship.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan ranked #35 globally in 2008 for Women in National Parliaments, with a representation of 25.5555555555556 %. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting a commitment to gender inclusion in governance. The country's move towards more democratic practices and reforms in the early 2000s, alongside international pressure for gender equality, has facilitated increased female political participation.

Germany

In 2008, Germany ranked #18 globally with 32.1895424836601 % of women in national parliaments. This figure is notably higher than the global average, reflecting Germany's commitment to gender equality in political representation.

Key drivers include the implementation of gender quotas and a strong political culture that promotes women's participation. Additionally, Germany's robust economy and progressive social policies have fostered an environment conducive to women's advancement in governance.

Argentina

In 2008, Argentina ranked #6 globally with 40 % of its national parliament occupied by women. This figure significantly exceeds the global average, highlighting Argentina's progressive stance on gender representation compared to many other countries. Key drivers of this achievement include Argentina's robust legal frameworks promoting gender equality, such as the Gender Parity Law enacted in 2000, which mandates equal representation in political bodies.

Brazil

In 2008, Brazil ranked #140 globally with 8.96686159844054 % of women in national parliaments. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, highlighting the challenges Brazil faces in gender representation compared to countries like Rwanda, which leads with over 60%. Contributing factors include historical political structures, societal norms regarding gender roles, and a lack of targeted policies to promote female participation in politics.

Italy

In 2008, Italy ranked #61 globally for Women in National Parliaments, with 21.2698412698413% representation. This figure is below the European average, reflecting a broader trend of underrepresentation in many Southern European nations. The relatively low percentage can be attributed to traditional gender roles and a political culture that has historically favored male leadership, despite recent efforts to promote gender equality in political offices.