Women 'Changing The Game' In Mongolia's Patriarchal Politics

"It takes strong will and courage to run in an election if you are a woman," says candidate Baatarjav Munkhsoyol (Credit: AFP)

Women candidates are pushing for greater representation in Mongolia's male-dominated politics, raising their voices for change and inspiring girls to follow in their footsteps.

Mongolians go to the polls in parliamentary elections on Friday, with the ruling Mongolian People's Party widely expected to retain a majority it has held for eight years.