Women into Leadership & Development
There is no democracy without women inclusion & empowerment. When women take part in political leadership, the whole of society benefits in multitude of ways, politics, governance, economies & societies all thrive. Yet there are still significant barriers to women’s equality of participation in politics & public life.
Predominantly, money, violence & cultural norms, as well as the costs of campaigning, are often prohibitive. Some women entering politics do face violence, sexual harassment, as well as negative stereotypes. Women policy makers prioritise issues that benefit the most vulnerable in society, such as healthcare, welfare & education. More women leaders make a more equal & caring society.
Women are driven to focus on inclusion issues because they have greater experience of deprivation, & are often responsible for caring for others. On average, women work harder than men to represent their constituencies, a notion linked to a stronger sense among voters that any government should be responsive to women needs.
Increased representation of women in elected office is associated with counteracting corruption & focusing resources on the quality & consistency of public service delivery. States where women hold more political power are less likely to go to war & less likely to commit human rights abuses.
Women bring collaborative & inclusive leadership styles into political environments that are often characterised by driving economies, stability & improved quality of life. Strong Women for William TUTAM Movers & Shakers understands the gendered nature of political leadership & are aware of the importance of robust & inclusive decision-making processes, to collectively rebuild & move towards a more sustainable, resilient & inclusive future.
SWFW invites all Kenya ladies to join us & together, through resilience, activism, & strategic leadership, will brake barriers & reshape the political landscape of Kenya & enhance inclusive democracy💕