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The gender gap is narrowing in local governments

The inequality between women and men in the number of seats held in local governments continues to narrow today. According to the Cuban Observatory on Gender Equality (OCIG) when presenting the most recent update of its indicators.

During a press conference, specialists from the National Office of Statistics and Information (ONEI) and the Federation of Cuban Women (FMC). Responsible for the digital tool, highlighted that the gap decreased from 29 points in 2018 to 11.6 points in 2024.

The results of last year’s municipal elections reveal that 44.2 percent of the delegates to the Municipal Assemblies of People’s Power are women. While men represent 55.8 percent, according to data available at www.genero.onei.gob.cu.

For its part, the National Assembly of People’s Power shows a female majority, with 55.7 percent of its seats held by women. According to the results of the 2022-2023 electoral process.

This growth contrasts with the figures from 1981, when men held 77 percent of parliamentary seats compared to 23 percent for women.

According to the report presented this Tuesday by the OCIG, the analysis of 21 of the 33 indicators monitored demonstrates the progress and challenges faced by the Caribbean archipelago. In priority areas for gender equality and the design of more effective public policies.

ONEI expert Anays Montequín explained that the platform now includes a revamped interface with population data updated to 2024. As well as provincial and municipal dashboards that allow users to monitor Cuba’s demographic evolution since 2013.

The website also offers detailed information on the National Program for the Advancement of Women (PAM). Also includes statistics in key areas such as economic empowerment, media, education, prevention, and social work.

It also assesses access to decision-making, the legislative and rights framework. The system of protection against discrimination and violence, sexual and reproductive health, and research related to gender equality.

With information from Prensa Latina

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