The F Word

Where are the women on the ballot? Women's (under) representation in politics

| April 23, 2011

Show Notes:

We're going to the polls.... and where are the women? The F Word explores why women continue to be under-represented in politics in Canada. Your hosts, Laura Wood, Ellie Gordon-Moershel and Ariana Barer discuss how are voting system and the media influence women's involvement in politics.  Featuring interviews with MP Dr. Hedy Fry, about what can be done to increase women's representation in politics, and Amy Kishek of Equal Voice, a non-partisan organization working to increase women's involvement in politics.  To learn more about the F Word, please visit our website www.feminisms.org.