October 2d – almost magical 11.2% of women participation
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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