Indicators of Gender Inequality in Iraq (A Study in Social Justice)

Abstract

This research examines the causes of gender inequality in Iraq by analyzing the gaps between women and men in various areas, including social, political, and economic dimensions. The research relied on statistics and data issued by Iraqi official bodies and international organizations. The data was analyzed, the causes of gender inequality were assessed, and Iraq was ranked below the Gender Inequality Index.

It aims to understand the global perspective on the causes of gender inequality and why society typically lacks justice. It also aims to understand the nature of gender inequality in the labor market, shed light on the nature of gender inequality in political leadership, and analyze the causes of the gender gap politically, socially, and culturally in Iraq.

The research utilized analytical tools to explain the differences between women and men and the distribution of roles and responsibilities within society, relying on a descriptive analytical approach to analyze quantitative data related to justice between men and women in Iraq.

The study recommends amending the Political Parties and Organizations Law to include a framework that contributes to activating women's role and participation in decision-making positions, integrating them into the party structure, and ensuring their participation in senior party positions. Political parties and organizations should work to remove all barriers of discrimination against women in political activity and take into account the opportunity for women to participate in party leadership. Furthermore, programs should be developed to develop women's leadership to assume positions of responsibility and political office, increasing their representation on the boards of independent bodies, and forming a women's political bloc to unify their efforts in advocating for women's rights issues.