Women In Leadership

Nepali women, who constitute almost half of the total population, have gradually made strides in important sectors of the society. Their increasing participation in politics has greatly contributed to gender equality and expansion of democratic spheres. Their political participation directly engages them in decision-making forums, thereby pushing the gender-sensitive reforms in the governance system. If there are adequate representation of women in the parliament, women issues receive timely attention and concerned agencies are likely to address them promptly. This ensures better accountability to women and makes decision-making processes participatory, transparent and inclusive. Women have waged long and relentless struggles to end social, economic and cultural constraints and elevate their status on a par with their male counterpart. Various political and social movements spanning more than six decades have played a role in bringing the women onto the leadership rung in Nepal.