Catalysts for Change is a web-based resource portal created to serve as a focal point for discussion and dissemination of information on strengthening the political participation of women in the Caribbean region. The portal is a product of the joint UNDP and UNIFEM project “Gender Mainstreaming: Strengthening the Participation of Women in Politics in Caribbean Political and Parliamentary Processes.” The portal provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen the network of women in politics, governance and decision-making. The portal provides access to:
- a database of information and networks that support women political participation in the Caribbean region
- news articles and current events and activities related to women’s political participation in the Caribbean
- an annotated bibliography of books, papers and documents on women and political participation in the Caribbean
- a discussion forum facility that allows for an exchange of ideas and information among website visitors on topics related to women’s political participation
- links to other selected resources on female participation in the parliamentary and political process