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Term
Definition / Meaning in Report Context
Misogyny
Deeply ingrained prejudice, hostility, or systemic contempt
directed toward women.
Mixed-methods approach
A research methodology integrating qualitative narrative analysis
with quantitative data measurement to provide a holistic view of
online discourse.
Moral shaming
The deployment of societal norms regarding "appropriate"
behaviour to publicly discredit, humiliate, or delegitimize women.
Muhasasa
The informal ethno-sectarian power-sharing arrangement in Iraq
that allocates government offices and authority among major
religious and ethnic blocs.
Objectification
The reduction of an individual to their physical appearance,
disregarding their professional agency, capabilities, or basic
humanity.
Quota mechanism
A legal or constitutional provision reserving a minimum percentage
of legislative seats for women to ensure their formal political
representation.
Qualitative analysis
An interpretative method focused on examining the context,
meaning, and narrative structures within specific examples of
digital discourse.
Quantitative analysis
A research method focused on measuring the frequency, scale, and
statistical trends across a high volume of digital content.
Sexualized disinformation
The use of fabricated sexual accusations or manipulated imagery to
publicly humiliate and delegitimize women candidates.
Smear campaign
A coordinated effort designed to damage an individual's reputation
through the dissemination of false or verifiably misleading
allegations.
Special voting
Designated polling sessions held prior to the general vote for
specific demographics, such as members of the security forces and
internally displaced persons (IDPs).