How does the nature of democracy impact the nature of women’s participation in government?

Engagement activities: •Interview local female politicians about their experiences. • Attend political or campaign group meetings where the issues are discussed. • Observe the formulation and/or implementation of a campaign designed to encourage women to enter politics. • Attend a debate where quotas for women in politics are discussed. Both sides of the argument should be represented. • Campaign for the empowerment of local women (students are reminded to understand and respect local laws relating to campaigning in a political context). Identification of the political issue and key concepts: Power, Justice, Equality, Inequality.