Women driven away from electoral dispute by unsupportive parties

The lack of support from political parties is the main factor discouraging women from standing for election, reports a study published Thursday (Sep 2) by DataSenado. This is the justification uttered by 41% of female respondents for the low participation of women in the electoral process. Figures further reveal that 25% of the women interviewed mentioned the lack of interest for politics, 19% noted how difficult it is to enter a dispute with a man, 7% complain about the lack of support from their families, and 5% say they would rather devote their time to household chores.