Brazil
Gender Gap
In Brazil, the gender gap denotes the disparities between men and women across various facets of society, encompassing employment, education, and political representation. Despite advancements, significant inequalities persist, impacting women’s opportunities and outcomes.
In the realm of employment, Brazilian women encounter challenges such as wage discrepancies, limited access to leadership roles, and a disproportionate burden of unpaid care work. Despite strides in legislation and advocacy, women continue to earn less than men on average and are underrepresented in senior positions in the workforce.
Educationally, while Brazilian women often excel academically and attain high levels of education, they remain underrepresented in fields such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Societal expectations and stereotypes can hinder women’s pursuit of careers in these areas, limiting their professional opportunities and economic empowerment.
Political representation also presents a gap, with women holding fewer leadership positions in government and decision-making bodies. Although efforts have been made to increase female participation in politics, women remain a minority in elected offices and legislative chambers.
Addressing the gender gap in Brazil necessitates collaborative efforts from government, businesses, civil society, and individuals. Policies promoting gender equality, such as affirmative action measures and campaigns to challenge gender norms, are essential for fostering a more inclusive society.
By acknowledging and actively addressing the gender gap, Brazil can create a more equitable environment where individuals of all genders have equal opportunities to succeed and contribute to society’s progress.
World Economic Forum
Global Gender Gap Report Brazil
The Global Gender Gap Report benchmarks countries on their progress towards gender parity across four thematic dimensions: Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment.
2020
Rank: 92 (out of 153 countries)
Score: 0.691
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2017
Rank: 90 (out of 144 countries)
Score: 0,684
2016
Rank: 79 (out of 144 countries)
Score: 0.687
ONU Mulheres Brasil
Women Count Data Hub: Brazil
Globally, some progress on women’s rights has been achieved. In Brazil, 91.7% of legal frameworks that promote, enforce and monitor gender equality under the SDG indicator, with a focus on violence against women, are in place. In 2007, 89% of women of reproductive age (15-49 years) had their need for family planning satisfied with modern methods.
Country Fact Sheet
> data.unwomen.org/country/brazil