The Reality of Lebanase Women in Municiple Work

Abstract

Women (mothers and daughters, sisters and wives, and…) are half of the Lebanese society, and its main pillar. Studies have shown that they are more educated and more present in the field of work, and they have obtained more representation in the public sphere, and have contributed to serving their societies, and although they have been Many of them are elected in the local municipal elections, but there are currently only four women in the Lebanese Parliament.
There is still a very low political representation for women, given that their representation in municipalities is better than in Parliament; Because it does not represent or was not related to politicians. Although she is an essential partner in the process of community development and plays an active and vital role in touching the needs of the local community and knowing its concerns and aspirations. Therefore, the importance of women’s participation in local councils stems from being the most appropriate framework that enables them to actually approach the local community; To form a societal fabric that integrates women on the basis of their abilities.

Although the work and participation of women in the municipal council has broken the barrier between them and the municipality with regard to dealing with the administrative and technical apparatus of the municipality in particular and with citizens in general, what is required is the continuation of women’s candidacy and presence in all fields, especially since the law protects them and gives them the right to exercise decision Political participation and political candidacy, election and representation.

Therefore, it must have basic data that will enable it to contribute positively to the movement of development and direct it, and this depends on good preparation, qualification and training; Because the development of its participation contributes to the development of its capabilities and capabilities and its active and influential presence in the areas of public life, and the strengthening of its economic capacity. It also gives a clear indication of its status, position and strength in society.

Women are on a high level of culture and courage alongside men in light of an integrative partnership that builds the nation and the state. This requires everyone to stimulate popular participation in the decision-making process at the local level, with a focus on maintaining a quota for women in Lebanese society.
During the past two decades, Lebanon has made remarkable progress in enacting laws that would achieve gender equality among its citizens and involve women in public life. However, these laws were not sufficient to achieve actual equality due to several factors, most notably the lack of a social, religious, political and educational incubator for this process.