Women’s Experiences in the Creation of New Societies in Kenya

Abstract

This paper summarizes the measures women undertook to enshrine affirmative action in the constitution and the justifications for their efforts. It argues that women must consolidate these gains by learning from the past, identifying a clear objective for future advocacy, and working together to achieve that goal. It demonstrates that an increased number of women in parliament has a qualitative impact on legislative action. It proposes proportional representation as a possible goal that the push to increase the number of women in parliament can work towards.