Women's participation in politics and decision-making

Women's participation in politics and decision-making


Peruvian women's participation in politics and decision-making has made progress and challenges. Peru is a South American country with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse population. Over the years, women in Peru have made progress in terms of political participation, but they continue to face obstacles in achieving full gender equality in political representation and decision-making positions.

In recent years, there have been positive developments in women's political participation in Peru. In 2019, Peru adopted a gender quota law that requires political parties to ensure that at least 40% of their candidates for Congress are women. This has led to an increase in the number of women in Peru's Congress. Efforts have also been made to promote women's participation in local politics. 

However, there are still challenges to be overcome. Women also face discrimination, violence and harassment in the political area, which can discourage their participation. A report by the National Jury of Elections has revealed that 47 percent of women suffered political harassment in Peru's presidential and legislative elections in 2021, while in the last regional and municipal elections, in 2018, the percentage was 69.6 percent. In addition, indigenous and rural women, as well as women from marginalized communities, face additional obstacles such as poverty, limited access to education and resources, and cultural norms that limit their political engagement.

Efforts are being made to promote gender equality in politics and decision-making in Peru. Women's rights organizations, civil society groups, and advocates continue to work towards greater representation of women in politics and decision-making roles, as well as to address the multiple forms of discrimination and violence that women face. Promoting women's political participation is not only a human rights issue, it is also essential for sustainable development, inclusive governance and social progress in Peru.




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