Thread by @Aywello

Women in Politics - What does Feminist representation look like?
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"Looking at our history, women have always participated in politics and the fight for independence. Feminism and women in politics is not new to Africa." @MarionKirabo @akitengisabella @ChooseYourself2

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"Through Affirmative action, we see more women joining politics in Uganda as positions for women representatives are created at all levels from Parliament to Local council. @MarionKirabo @akitengisabella @ChooseYourself2
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Despite having a number of women taking up political positions, there are many challenges that affect feminist representation in Uganda.
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"There are existing patriarchal and cultural norms that view women in domesticated roles. This narrative is further pushed by the media. It is important to view women as being more than care givers"
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"There is the issue of masculinity within these political spaces. For women to be viewed as successful, they are expected to mirror these masculine traits. Feminine qualities are looked down on."
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How do we incorporate issues of intersectionality and diversity in Ugandan politics?
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"The other conversation we should be having as feminists, is how are the other oppressed categories, being represented, if at all, they're being represented." @akitengisabella
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" If we're talking about piety. How do you have parity but also ensure that persons with disabilities can also still be able to change those structures of power, whether they are male or female?" @akitengisabella
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@akitengisabella "I choose to challenge the structural inequity. I chose to be aware and to push back, violently."
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