The Path Forward: Women's Leadership in Politics and Beyond
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Throughout my career as both a politician and gender equality advocate, one question has remained constant: How do we transform our systems to truly r eflect the populations they serve? The Reality in Numbers Despite decades of progress, the leadership gap remains stark: Only 26.5% of parliamentary seats worldwide are held by women Less than 8% of Fortune 500 companies have women CEOs Women still face a 16% global gender pay gap on average These aren't just statistics—they represent missed opportunities for better governance, stronger businesses, and more equitable societies. From My Desk to Yours When I first entered politics, I imagined that determination alone would overcome barriers. What I discovered instead was a complex web of structural obstacles: "The hardest part wasn't winning my first election—it was being taken seriously after I won." - Nikita Ghag The challenges women face aren't limited to politics. I've collaborated with actors...