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Political dynamics for women in Pakistan and Balochistan in particular, have always interested me, I have therefore dedicated this page of my blog to my writings on women's political participation.

1. From Symbolic Representatives to Critical Actors

2. What is Hindering the Greater Empowerment of Women in Pakistan?

3. Where are the Baloch women in the elections?

4. Why Balochistan Needs Women’s Day?

5. Balochistan: Fighting Gender Equality in Political Process

6. Women-Oriented Politics: A Challenge for Balochistan

7. Women Join the Fight for Rights in Pakistan’s Gwadar

8. 'Honour Killings' Continue Unabated in Pakistan

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