October 2d – almost magical 11.2% of women participation

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As known, in municipal elections held on October 2d in  373 communities of Vayots Dzor, Gegharkunik, Lori, Kotayk, Shirak, Syunik regions 2676 male candidates and  336 women (11.2%) participated.

 

According to the final data provided by the Central Election Commission to WomenNet.am- 1991 men and 251 women (which is 11.2%) were elected as council members.  Prior to the elections women councilors were represented as 11.2% in the same 6 regions respectively.

 

Overall, the increased representation of women in the elections in Lori, Syunik, Kotayk and councilors. The other regions recorded a decrease in the number of women councilors, which can also explain the significant decrease in the representation of women in enlarged community councils.

 

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