Women's rights are fundamental UN human rights enshrined nearly 70 years ago. Rights include freedom from violence, education, property ownership, voting, and fair wages. Women's rights are essential for achieving gender justice globally
Transitive verb means offering support or risk for a cause. Can mean entangle, attract, or interlock with. Binds someone to do something, especially marriage. Involves providing occupation or arranging services. Holds attention or induces participation
Social exclusion is a multidimensional phenomenon beyond material deprivation. Social inclusion improves participation for disadvantaged groups through enhanced opportunities. Social inclusion requires addressing exclusion and actively bringing people in
Political culture represents citizens' views and beliefs about political systems. It is a psychological dimension of politics, not political activities itself. Political culture changes slowly but reflects permanent aspects of society. It is influenced by cultural changes and major societal events
Abstention occurs when a voter doesn't attend or votes during parliamentary sessions. Contrasts with blank votes, which are invalid ballots marked incorrectly. Active abstention involves voting both yes and no, unlike in the House of Lords
Pre-colonial Philippines had equal status for women in kinship and property rights. Women could become village chiefs and hold high positions in society. Babaylan were spiritual leaders and community healers in pre-colonial societies