Pathways to Political Candidacy for Minoritized Women in Ireland - by Pauline Cullen (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This groundbreaking book provides an account of how Traveller and other minoritized women understand, assess and experience local politics in Ireland.

Through personal narratives and expert interviews, the book explores minoritised women's exclusion from traditional political spaces, their grassroots activism, and the challenges they face running for office. Drawing from a comparative analysis of minoritised women and politics from the USA, UK, and beyond, the book offers valuable lessons for fostering political inclusion. Its analysis is a vital contribution to global discourse on diversity, gender, and representation, making it essential for policymakers, scholars, and advocates for political equity.

Review Quotes

'Brilliant analysis of challenges facing minority women seeking political representation in Ireland, with clear pointers to future progress. A must read for all those concerned with our political democracy'. Seamus Taylor, CBE, Maynooth University

'Cullen brilliantly explores obstacles to minoritised female political candidacy in Ireland, and the strategies used to overcome them. She also reveals the importance of these candidates, especially for the political norms they challenge once in office. A splendid contribution!' Wendy Brown, Institute for Advanced Study

About the Author

Pauline Cullen is Professor of Sociology at Maynooth University, Co. Kildare, Republic of Ireland.