GENDER EQUALITY IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION.
Abstract
This article examines the critical issue of gender equality within public administration systems, arguing that it is not merely a matter of social justice but a fundamental prerequisite for effective, innovative, and representative governance. Moving beyond simple numerical representation, the analysis explores how deeply ingrained structural, cultural, and unconscious biases can create barriers to women's full and equal participation in leadership and decision-making roles. Ultimately, the article posits that achieving genuine gender equality in public administration requires a sustained, multi-faceted commitment to transforming organizational cultures and dismantling systemic barriers, thereby creating institutions that truly serve all citizens.
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