THE OBJECTIVES OF WOCAP

OBJECTIVES OF WOCAP.

·         To mobilize strong social support for increased women participation as a matter of  social justice and inclusiveness .

·         Breaking down barriers to women  effective political participation and decision making in Nigeria.

·         Faith based  approach and knowledge of socio political construct of Northern Nigeria.

THE ROLE OF POLITICAL PARTIES:

                In most countries women are only elected to the legislatures if they run on a political party’s ticket .Real  change can only happen if women in political parties organize and demand more opportunities. There is therefore need for women to serve in the leadership of political parties and be incorporated into executive committees.

THE  QUESTIONS ARE ?

·         Can  democracy  transform power relations between women and men?

·         Should a countrys democratic credentials be judged by its record or gender equality?

·         How can gender equality transform the face of democracy?

·         Can a Nation be described democratic ,if there are no equal participation and representation of women and men as  and where democratic decisions a taken?

·         Is it really democracy if at least half of the population is not represented to input their practical needs and strategic interests?

·         Would it make a difference if the female candidates are given equal supports and effective media coverage during the campaigns?

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