Constitution of the Republic of The Gambia 1996, as amended to 2018
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    Every citizen of The Gambia of full age and capacity shall have the right, without unreasonable restrictions—
    (a) to take part in the conduct of public affairs, directly or through freely chosen representatives;
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    (c) to have access, on general terms of equality, to public service in The Gambia. (Sec. 26)
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    (2) Women shall have the right to equal treatment with men, including equal opportunities in political, economic and social activities. (Sec. 28)
Participation in Public Life and Institutions
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    (5) The State shall endeavour to ensure equal opportunity and full participation for women in the economic development of the country. (Sec. 215)
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Constitution of the Republic of The Gambia 1996, as amended to 2018 (English). The constitutional review process in The Gambia is still ongoing.

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Chapter III on Citizenship.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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According to subsection 2: “The State shall pursue policies to protect the rights and freedoms of the disabled, the aged, children and other vulnerable members of society and to ensure that such persons are provided just and equitable social opportunities.”
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter IV on Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms.
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Chapter V on Representation of the People.