Understanding Women's Political Motivations in KP: Unveiling the Driving Forces
This study examines the reasons why women get involved in politics, concentrating on the National Assembly and provincial assembly members of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. The relevance of family connections, which facilitate women's entry into politics, is revealed via thematic analysis of interview data. Important motivators include persistence, character traits, inspirational leaders, alluring party platforms, and a need for accountability. Women can participate in politics if they are financially independent and have free time. The study expands on earlier research by illuminating the intricate interplay of institutional, cultural, and individual factors influencing women's political involvement. It places a focus on the necessity of addressing gender-related barriers and encouraging educational reforms to provide women with more leadership abilities. For societal change and democratic governance, political decision-making needs to be more gender diverse. The results provide useful information for political parties and authorities looking to create a welcoming environment for women in politics.
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Women in Politics, Political Participation, Motivation, Family Connections, Leadership, Gender Equality
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(1) Sumera Farid
Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan
(2) Raza Ullah Shah
Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences, Qurtuba University, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Sajjad Hussan
Lecturer, Department of Social Work, University of Malakand, Chakdara Dir Lower, KP, Pakistan.