Implementation of a 50% gender quota on the board (EN)

Problem:

    • Under-representation of women in leadership positions, including on boards of directors.
    • Gender inequality in decision-making.
    • Lack of diversity of perspectives in companies.

Solution:

That the 50% gender quota for women's participation in the council is met.

Target:

Institutions

Description of the policy / project

    • Increase women's representation in decision-making processes.
    • Promote gender equality in government.
    • Improve the quality of democracy.

    • Select ministers on the basis of objective and transparent criteria.
    • Provide training and support for women joining the council.

Overcame obstacle

    • Resistance to change by some members of government.
    • Lack of experienced women in political leadership positions.
    • Gender stereotypes.

Impacts

    • Greater diversity of ideas and perspectives in decision-making.
    • Improved quality of public policies.
    • Empowerment of women and promotion of gender equality.
    • Increased transparency and accountability in government.

Documents and links:

https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/consejodeministros/Paginas/index.aspx