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Although women comprise half the population, the unequal
political environment and lack of political consciousness inhibit
the implementation of measures which protect women's rights in the
political, economic, and social spheres of society.
In order to transform the political environment, it is essential that
Korean women take major steps to overcome the vast obstacles that
prevent women from actively participating in politics and to create
a new political culture where women's political participation is a
reality.
As a non-partisan, non-profit organization, the Korean Institute for
Women & Politics (KIWP) was established in 1989 with the aim of
fostering the inclusion of women in politics by taking these
social realities into account and changing Korea's political environment.
Domestically, KIWP has striven for the enhancement of women's political
participation by forming
a "Women's Political Network," composed of women's political
organizations. Internationally,
KIWP is a member organization of the Center for Asian-Pacific Women
in Politics (CAPWIP),
as the East-Asian Representative.
In December 16, 1998, the UN ECOSOC recommended that KIWP be granted
an NGO SPECIAL Consultative Status, as a result of KIWP 's efforts
in enhancing women's status and political development. KIWP will use
this special recognition to give new momentum to the expansion |
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Promote the political interests and
concerns of Korean Women. |
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Cultivate a democratic political culture within
the Korean societ |
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Carry out researches to expand women s political
participation |
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Provide education and training programs for prospective
women political leaders |
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Promote international cooperation among women organizations
around the world |
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