Gender inequality in the political participation of Islamic society: between analysis and strategy

Abstract

This study analyzes and offers strategies to increase women's political participation in Islamic societies. The potential of this research is to instill hope in Islamic society about the transformative power of gender equality in political participation and to foster optimism about the increased political engagement of women in Islamic society. The theory used in this study is the theory of gender social construction. This study used descriptive qualitative methods to analyze data related to gender inequality in the political participation of Islamic societies. The data was collected through interviews with several informants who were experienced in Islamic politics and society. The results showed that gender inequality in the political participation of Islamic societies was seen in several aspects. First, women are still given fewer opportunities to participate in political decision-making. Second, women still experience discrimination in access to information and resources necessary to participate in politics. Third, women still experience stigma and stereotypes that prevent them from participating in politics. The suggestions and recommendations in this study, such as awareness-raising, resource development, elimination of stigmas and stereotypes, and partnership development, hold promise in addressing gender inequality in the political participation of Islamic society.