Thouf Salsabila, Yoga Widigda , Early Juliana Ulfah , Adeliya Rahma Sari

WOMEN'S POLITICAL REPRESENTATION IN THE GERINDRA PARTY FACTION OF THE CENTRAL JAVA LEGISLATURE: AN ANALYSIS OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICIES AND THE OBSTACLES FACED

Introduction

Women's political representation in the gerindra party faction of the central java legislature: an analysis of affirmative action policies and the obstacles faced. Explore women's political representation in Gerindra Party Central Java legislature, analyzing affirmative action policies, obstacles, and efforts towards gender equality.

Abstract

Women face challenges to enter the realm of power as long as the concept of power continues to be associated with masculine traits. The phenomenon of limited space for women in political party structures cannot be interpreted simply as a quantitative issue of the number of representation, but rather a manifestation of more fundamental power relations in the Indonesian political system. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive research methods to seek deeper information about affirmative action, political representation and the politics of presence, as well as the obstacles and constraints of women in the Gerindra Party Faction Central Java. The results shows that Gerindra Party has implemented a number of policies and strategic steps that encourage women to be active in politics. However, although Gerindra Party provides equal opportunities for women, there are still challenges that need to be overcome. While there are still challenges that need to be overcome, the party’s efforts should be applauded as part of a broader struggle to create a system of gender equality in.

Review

This paper addresses a crucial and timely topic concerning women's political representation within the Gerindra Party Faction in the Central Java Legislature, offering an analysis of both affirmative action policies and the persistent obstacles women encounter. The abstract clearly articulates the underlying problem, linking the limited space for women in politics to deeper, masculine-associated power concepts and fundamental power relations within the Indonesian political system. Utilizing a qualitative, descriptive approach, the research aims to provide in-depth insights into these dynamics, focusing on political representation, the politics of presence, and the constraints faced by women. The initial findings highlight the Gerindra Party's commendable efforts through various policies and strategic steps to encourage women's political activity and provide equal opportunities, while acknowledging that significant challenges remain. While the abstract provides a strong foundation by identifying a critical research gap and a suitable methodology, several areas would benefit from further elaboration to enhance its impact. The abstract mentions "a number of policies and strategic steps" and "equal opportunities" implemented by the Gerindra Party; however, specifying the nature of these affirmative actions would provide a clearer understanding of their scope and potential effectiveness. Similarly, detailing the *types* of "challenges that need to be overcome" is crucial, given the paper's initial premise about "fundamental power relations." Are these challenges internal party dynamics, societal prejudices, structural barriers, or a combination? A more explicit connection between the observed "equal opportunities" and the persistent "challenges" would offer a more nuanced picture of the party's actual progress and the limitations of current efforts. Despite these minor suggestions for further detail, the research promises a valuable contribution to the discourse on gender and politics, particularly within the Indonesian context. The focus on a specific political party and regional legislature offers an empirical grounding that can shed light on the practical implementation and effectiveness of gender-sensitive policies. A robust analysis of the specific obstacles, coupled with a critical examination of the affirmative actions in place, has the potential to provide actionable insights for political parties and policymakers aiming to foster greater gender equality. This study holds significant promise in illuminating the complexities of women's political advancement and the ongoing "broader struggle to create a system of gender equality," making it a relevant and impactful piece of scholarship.

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