Access of women to public-elective positions: Rawls’ Theory of Justice applied to the challenges of participation and representativeness in Brazil

Abstract

The study analyzes the participation of women in Brazilian politics, addressing the historical evolution of suffrage rights and struggles for political-electoral spaces, using Rawls’ Theory of Justice as a theoretical framework. The textual structure discusses contemporary issues related to female political representation. The need to enhance gender equality in public-electoral positions is emphasized, seeking ways to ensure a more equitable and inclusive political participation, including strategies like gender quotas. The study also addresses the barriers faced by women, such as gender stereotypes and structural inequalities. Finally, the essay highlights the importance of promoting women’s political participation as a means of strengthening Democracy and achieving a more just and egalitarian society. By applying Rawlsian principles in the Brazilian political sphere, it is expected to advance towards gender equality and ensure a fairer and more inclusive representation for women.