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X-WR-CALNAME;VALUE=TEXT:Power and Politics: Gender, Race, and Democracy in the Americas
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SUMMARY:Power and Politics: Gender, Race, and Democracy in the Americas
DESCRIPTION:<p>This event will explore the intersections of gender, race, and democratic processes across the Americas, with a focus on addressing the democratic deficit that marginalizes certain voices.&nbsp;</p><p>Debora Thome will discuss how gender shapes political ambition in Brazil, while Mariela Noles Cotito will examine the impact of ethnoracial legislation on gender equality and inclusion in Peru.</p><p>Yanilda González will address the persistence of authoritarian policing in democratic societies and its disproportionate impact on marginalized communities.</p><p>Together, the panelists will offer insights into reforms that could enhance women’s political representation, protect minority groups, and promote more equitable governance.</p><p>Speakers:&nbsp;<strong>Debora Thome</strong>, Postdoctoral Research, Fundação Getulio Vargas.&nbsp;<strong>Mariela Noles Cotito</strong>, 2024-25 Custer Visiting Scholar, DRCLAS; Professor of Discrimination and Public Policy, Universidad del Pacífico.&nbsp;</p><p>Moderator:&nbsp;<strong>Yanilda González</strong>, Ford Foundation Assistant Professor of Public Policy.</p><p>In collaboration with the <a href="https://www.hbs.edu/race-gender-equity/Pages/default.aspx">Race, Gender &amp; Equity Initiative</a>, Harvard Business School and the <a href="https://www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/wappp">Women and Public Policy Program</a>, Harvard Kennedy School.&nbsp;</p>
LOCATION:CGIS South S216, 1730 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, 01238
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