A HandBookf for the Media Gender and Women’s Participation in the 2016 General Elections (2015)

Executive Summary

Over the years female politicians in Uganda have become more successful in their struggle to occupy higher public offices and cabinet positions. Despite these advances, there are still major structural, societal and institutional barriers for women in their pursuit for political power.

For female candidates, gendered media coverage remains a major factor in campaigns and elections. Historically the media has notoriously treated women differently and yet it is one of the most influential sources of information for the public.