This article challenges the assumption that mixed-member proportional (MMP) electoral systems independently select candidates across tiers, showing that decentralized candidate selection in Germany links both tiers and limits women's representation. It finds that barriers women face in single-member districts persist in the proportional tier, undermining MMP's expected advantage for female candidates.
The UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will hold its 14th session in July 2026. Convened under the auspices of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the Forum will take place from Monday, 6 July, to Thursday, 16 July 2025, including a three-day ministerial segment from Monday, 13 July, to Thursday, 16 July.
To help companies strengthen competitiveness and resilience, the UN Global Compact Network UK, in collaboration with University College London, Newcastle University, and Euromonitor International, has developed the report “Trailblazers & Transformers: UK Business Sectors Redefining Sustainability,” examining how six high-impact sectors in the UK are performing against the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Drawing on rigorous data and market insights, the report identifies sector-specific challenges, benchmarks performance, and presents actionable recommendations to support effectiv
