Invitation to Tender: “When Women Lead – Evidence from Ireland on Gender-Responsive Policy Outcomes”

Published: Thursday, May 29, 2025

The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) is seeking tenders from qualified individuals or organisations to conduct a research project entitled “When Women Lead: Evidence from Ireland on Gender-Responsive Policy Outcomes.”

This study will examine how increased female representation in Irish politics – particularly following the introduction of legislative gender quotas in 2011 – has influenced the development and adoption of progressive and inclusive public policies. The research will also explore policy debates and outcomes in local chambers with more gender-balanced representation.

The findings will support national and local advocacy to improve mechanisms to increase the representation of women in politics, build-on public policy evidence, and inform public discourse on the benefits of women’s political leadership.

You can find more information on the tender here.

Proposals should be submitted for the attention of Liliana Fernandez, NWC Leadership Officer at Lilianaf@nwci.ie to arrive no later than 5pm on Monday 23rd June 2025

This project is supported by the European Women’s Lobby.