Representing Women, Missing Political Networks? Women’s Issue Specialization and Political Careers in East Asia

{"title":"Representing Women, Missing Political Networks? Women\u2019s Issue Specialization and Political Careers in East Asia","description":"\u003Cp\u003EJaemin Shim, associate professor at Hong Kong Baptist University, draws on network and interview research from South Korea and Taiwan to examine a paradox in democratic representation. The lecture investigates how legislators' specialization on women\u2019s issues can strengthen substantive representation while constraining access to career-relevant political networks and opportunities for advancement. Shim discusses implications for political careers, gendered authority, and institutional pathways that shape legislators' influence and survival.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIn English.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E","start_date":"2026-11-30","end_date":"2026-11-30","date":"Monday 30 November, 16:30","timings":[{"timing_start_date":"20261130T153000Z","timing_end_date":"20261130T170000Z"}]}