Thirsting for Women Leaders? Drought Shocks and Public Opinion in South Africa
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About
- This seminar explores the intersection of environmental shocks and political representation, focusing on how droughts influence public opinion towards women leaders in South Africa. Dr. Sundström will present findings from his recent research, shedding light on the complex dynamics between climate extremes and gendered political behavior.
- This event is organized by Climes in collaboration with the Department of Peace and Conflict Research at Uppsala University.
- Hybrid event. Location: Lewinsalen 3576, Östra Ågatan 19, Uppsala or ZOOM
Key Topics
- Climate Shocks and Political Behavior – How droughts and environmental crises influence public attitudes toward political leadership.
- Gender and Political Representation – The role of climate-induced crises in shaping demand for women leaders and their political participation.
- Empirical Insights from South Africa – Data-driven analysis of how drought shocks impact public opinion and governance in an African context.
- Policy and Governance Implications – What climate-driven shifts in political attitudes mean for democracy, representation, and policymaking in vulnerable regions.
Speaker
- Dr. Aksel Sundström is an Associate Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in environmental politics and political representation. His research addresses the underrepresentation of women and youth in political institutions, with a particular focus on low-income countries. He leads the Quality of Government (QoG) Data initiative and has been awarded a European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant for his project “Female Leaders and African Droughts (Fem-LEAD).”
Registration
- Register using the form latest the day before the event.