Women candidates

Definition

Women candidates are female individuals who run for political office with the goal of increasing female representation in government bodies. They aim to address gender disparities and ensure that women's voices and concerns are heard in policymaking processes.

Related terms

Gender quota: A policy that sets a specific target or requirement for the proportion of women candidates or elected officials within political parties or legislative bodies.

Glass ceiling: An invisible barrier that limits career advancement opportunities for women due to gender-based discrimination or bias.

Feminism: The belief in social, political, and economic equality between men and women, advocating for equal rights and opportunities.