Ghana Pre-Election Observation of CSOs Conducting Women Candidate Training

Ghana Pre-Election Observation of CSOs Conducting Women Candidate Training

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Year: 
2016
Level of government: 
National

During the pre-election period, there were 25 observations of civil society organizations (CSOs) conducting women candidate trainings and 79 instances of observers hearing of such trainings occurring. While this does not indicate the absence or presence of election violence, it is important to note that community involvement in fostering an inclusive atmosphere for female politicians and voters contributes to tolerance and the progression of society towards equality.

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