GDRI-Gender and Development Research Institute

  Report Feature: Regional Exchange Experiences in Promoting Women Political Leaders 16 December 2022 Picture 1: Poster for public and media relations of the 16 December 2022 Regional Exchange Event Project Purpose: Hosted by GDRI/APSW and supported by IRI, this program aims to strengthen CSOs’ ability to achieve long-term programmatic impact in advocacy, increase understanding of civic and political rights across marginalized communities, and provide underrepresented populations with a platform to elevate their voices and advocate for greater inclusion, participation, and representation in Thai politics. Specific Goals and Objectives: • Convene elected officials and women leaders to instill principles and skills for gender-responsive policymaking; and • Support the expansion of collaboration between local partners and women-led networks Current Political Setting and Women in Politics in Thailand Within 3 months, a general election is scheduled to be held in 2023 with new rule...