Have you witnessed or heard of vandalism or the destruction of property belonging to a women candidate or her supporters?

Have you witnessed or heard of vandalism or the destruction of property belonging to a women candidate or her supporters?

Country: 
Tanzania
Year: 
2015
Level of government: 
National

94% of observers reported that they did not hear of or witness any property destruction targeting women candidates or their supporters.

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Time period: 
Before the election
Type of violence: 
Economic
Public sphere
Victim of violence: 
Candidate
Party member or supporter
Gender of victim: 
Both genders
Female only

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Electoral violence undermines democratic elections, which are a cornerstone of democratic governance. Violence against women in elections is a particular form of electoral violence, motivated by a desire to prevent women from participating in the electoral process, which sees women attacked for daring to participate in elections. Learn More About Votes Without Violence