‘An unfinished democracy’: gender and political representation in the Republic of Ireland

Ireland’s Decade of Centenaries, beginning in 2012, has seen the commemoration a period significant social and political transformation. For scholars gender politics, it also provides opportunity to take stock women’s path greater representation (ultimately aided by introduction candidate quota 2016) highlight key areas where more work needs be done order understand how women can enjoy inclusion participation, as well their interests, going forward. This symposium an overview what we know about causes underrepresentation Irish life so far, before addressing some these our understanding is yet underdeveloped. In doing so, contributes developing knowledge case. Overall, highlights diverse forms participation Republic Ireland.