A study revealed that women are a minority in governments and reach power with greater technical requirements compared to men.
The analysis showed that until 1985 there was an almost total absence of women in the composition of governments.
The first appointment of a woman occurred with Leonor Beleza in the X Government, led by Cavaco Silva.
Portuguese readers benefit from this analysis by understanding the historical and structural barriers that women have faced in accessing executive power. The study documents a persistent gender gap that is still reflected today in the composition of governments, alerting to the need for policies that promote more equitable representation in political decision-making spheres. WHY: Portuguese readers benefit from this analysis by understanding the historical and structural barriers that women have faced in accessing executive power. The study documents a persistent gender gap that is still reflected today in the composition of governments, alerting to the need for policies that promote more equitable representation in political decision-making spheres.
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