Beijing Convention of 1995 and Women Political Liberation in Nigeria
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https://doi.org/10.31150/ajshr.v5i7.2826Keywords:
Beijing Convention, Liberation, Women's Participation, PoliticsAbstract
Despite global advancements in women's political participation, Nigeria lagged significantly behind. The Beijing Convention, which advocated for gender equality and women's empowerment in politics, had not been fully realized in Nigeria. The country's political landscape remained predominantly male-dominated, with systemic barriers hindering women's involvement in decision-making processes. Cultural norms, socio-economic challenges, and inadequate legal frameworks contributed to this disparity, limiting the effective implementation of the Beijing Convention's objectives. This persistent underrepresentation of women in politics undermined democratic principles and hindered comprehensive socio-economic development. Therefore, the study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Beijing Convention in enhancing women's political participation in Nigeria. The study was anchored on the intersectional feminism theory, examining how overlapping social identities influenced women's political participation. A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing content analysis to examine relevant literature, policies, and case studies. The findings revealed that systemic barriers, cultural norms, and inadequate legal frameworks significantly hindered women's political participation in Nigeria. Effective implementation of the Beijing Convention required addressing these multifaceted challenges. The study recommended developing comprehensive policies and programs to support women's political empowerment and ensure their active participation in governance.
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