Achieving Equitable Engagement in Decision-Making Processes with Regards to Gender Representation in Nigeria.
- Country : Nigeria
- Subject : Sociology \ Anthropology
Keywords : female discrimination, Decision making, gender equality, Leadership, equal opporunities
Abstract
Gender refers to the roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a society considers appropriate for men or women. Gender is a socially constructed definition of women and men which is determined by the conception of tasks, functions and roles attributed to women and men in the society and in public and private life of the people. It is the state of being male or female and typically used with reference to social and cultural differences of the people rather than biological ones in the society and appears to manifest as hierarchical relations with men above women and women being regarded as inferior and less valuable in family and other social relationships in African states. The gender hierarchy is manifested in different forms. It may be from inheritance laws of the society, customs, traditions and other sociocultural engagement of the people that are reflected in the decisions making power of the government, society, family, working place, religious and other cultural institutions. In Nigeria, the pursuit of gender equality in decision-making processes is both a moral imperative and a strategic necessity.
The underrepresentation of women in leadership roles, whether in politics, business, or community leadership, limits the country's potential for inclusive growth and sustainable development. Equitable engagement in decision-making not only fosters a more just society but also leverages the diverse perspectives and talents that women bring to the table. Achieving equilibrium in decision-making procedures concerning gender representation within Nigeria is an intricate undertaking that requires a thorough understanding of the nation's socio-political structure. Despite significant progress in recent years, women in Nigeria remain underrepresented in key decision-making positions. According to various reports, women constitute a small percentage of elected officials in national and state legislatures, hold fewer executive roles in the private sector, and are often marginalized in community leadership structures. This disparity is rooted in a complex interplay of historical, cultural, and structural factors that perpetuate gender biases and limit opportunities for women.
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