The article investigates the political mechanisms s pecific to contemporary Romanian politics and... more The article investigates the political mechanisms s pecific to contemporary Romanian politics and political parties, as well as those so cial representations related to gender roles and th e definition of family that have contributed to maint aining a low level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it se s the conceptual context through a review of the main theoretical approaches for the political repre sentation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive dimension. Second, it con nects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative p roposal to introduce gender quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds th at, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment and the functioning of the political “g ame”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the di...
This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian dem... more This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian democracy. How gender studies have been established and (partly) institutionalized, the ideological and institutional obstacles that they have faced, as well as the political values and stakes that are present when they are promoted or contested are significant elements for understanding the process of democratization within the academic space, as well as the extent and quality of democracy in the country after 1989. In the first part, I analyze the dynamics of the establishment and institutionalization of gender studies in Romania, filling the gaps of current literature on the topic, especially when it comes to the more recent developments. This investigation allows the identification of relevant factors that are specific to the Romanian context and favoured or hindered the presence of these studies in local universities. In the second part, I analyze briefly the academic, ideological and ...
The democratic (re)construction of the Romanian political landscape after the fall of communism w... more The democratic (re)construction of the Romanian political landscape after the fall of communism was marked by a significant underrepresentation of women in political institutions. This article investigates the phenomenon of the women’s “fading presence” on the political scene of postcommunist Romania from two research angles. First, it connects the subject with the parameters governing the (re)configuration of the postcommunist political elites. Secondly, it explores it through the lens of the (re)construction of gender roles and representations, with a focus particularly on the inaudible and allegedly illegitimate character of demands for equality in post-1989 Romania.
We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the “traditional family... more We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the “traditional family,” by examining the articulation of anti-gender politics in Romanian parliamentary debates. We contribute theoretically by employing the concept of retrogressive mobilization in plebiscitary circumstances. We show that in Romania the contours of retrogressive mobilization transgress both the ideological left–right cleavage, and even party loyalty. We demonstrate how the ideological work done for the fantasmatic logics of retrogressive mobilization articulates two antithetical narrative scenarios, both centering on the Orthodox “nature” of the Romanian nation, whose existence and survival are said to hinge on the protection of the “traditional family” from “LGBT ideology.” (Less)
From a historical sociology and gender studies perspective, this article sets out to explore the ... more From a historical sociology and gender studies perspective, this article sets out to explore the representations and the public discourse surrounding women’s role in society and in the family, through the lenses of the late nineteenth-century Romanian feminist press. As elsewhere in Europe, the feminine ideal of that era emphasized motherhood and the dichotomy between public and private spheres in the construction of gender relations. At the same time, the feminist discourse provides a privileged window on the “idealized” model of the family and the distribution of gender roles, but it also allows researchers to capture the tensions between dominant and minority representations of femininity. This kind of discourse and public position create at the time the conditions of possibility for further social change. Hence, a content analysis of Femeia română magazine is of particular heuristic value, due to its longevity, but also to the personality of its founder.
Studia Politica. Romanian Political Science Review, 2010
2 Par exemple, Françoise Collin considère que «la démocratie n'exclut pas les femmes comme elle l... more 2 Par exemple, Françoise Collin considère que «la démocratie n'exclut pas les femmes comme elle le fait-même quand elles bénéficient du droit de vote-par accident ou aveuglement, mais en raison de sa définition même» qui «constituera toujours une difficulté pour les femmes, ou en fera des "citoyens" de seconde zone» (p. 29). Françoise COLLIN, «Mythe et réalité de la démocratie», in Eliane VIENNOT (sous la dir. de), La démocratie «à la française» ou les femmes indésirables, Publications de l'Université de Paris-Denis-Diderot, (Cahiers du CEDREF. Colloques et travaux), Paris, 1996, pp. 25-35. 3 «Oui, les femmes ont été bien exclues "en tant que femmes", mais cette exclusion est loin d'être la conséquence logique du principe de la démocratie; la traiter ainsi, c'est compromettre autant la cause des femmes que celle de la démocratie» Eleni VARIKAS, Evelyne PISISER,
Political Representation of Women in Romania, 2021
For the first time since Romania's accession to the EU, there has been a decrease in women's poli... more For the first time since Romania's accession to the EU, there has been a decrease in women's political representation (which is already at a very low level), and this requires – including in the light of recent political developments at European and regional levels – serious reflection. Through this study we aim to identify the main factors that influence women's access to a political mandate (local, national or European) in the Romanian context and try to understand what the elements are that can explain the current situation.
Reprezentarea politică a femeilor în România, 2021
Este pentru prima dată, după aderarea României la UE, când se înregistrează o scădere a reprezent... more Este pentru prima dată, după aderarea României la UE, când se înregistrează o scădere a reprezentării politice a femeilor (aflată oricum la un nivel foarte scăzut), iar acest lucru necesită – inclusiv prin prisma evoluțiilor politice recente de la nivel european și regional – o reflecție serioasă. Prin acest studiu ne propunem să identificăm principalii factori care influențează accesul femeilor la un mandat politic (local, național sau european) în context românesc și să încercăm să înțelegem care sunt elementele care pot explica situația actuală.
The political marginalization of women in post-communist Romania is
indubitably real. This articl... more The political marginalization of women in post-communist Romania is indubitably real. This article will suggest some possible explanations, stressing especially the logic behind the (re)configuration of post-communist political elites and the (re)construction of gender representation and gender roles.
This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian dem... more This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian democracy. How gender studies have been established and (partly) institutionalized, the ideological and institutional obstacles that they have faced, as well as the political values and stakes that are present when they are promoted or contested are significant elements for understanding the process of democratization within the academic space, as well as the extent and quality of democracy in the country after 1989. In the first part, I analyze the dynamics of the establishment and institutionalization of gender studies in Romania, filling the gaps of current literature on the topic, especially when it comes to the more recent developments. This investigation allows the identification of relevant factors that are specific to the Romanian context and favoured or hindered the presence of these studies in local universities. In the second part, I analyze briefly the academic, ideological and political opposition to feminism, feminist studies and gender studies in Romania.
We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the "traditional family... more We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the "traditional family," by examining the articulation of anti-gender politics in Romanian parliamentary debates. We contribute theoretically by employing the concept of retrogressive mobilization in plebiscitary circumstances. We show that in Romania the contours of retrogressive mobilization transgress both the ideological left-right cleavage, and even party loyalty. We demonstrate how the ideological work done for the fantasmatic logics of retrogressive mobilization articulates two antithetical narrative scenarios, both centering on the Orthodox "nature" of the Romanian nation, whose existence and survival are said to hinge on the protection of the "traditional family" from "LGBT ideology."
Analize – Journal of Gender and Feminist Studies, 2019
Drawing on qualitative field research conducted in the Bucharest-Ilfov region in 2013, this artic... more Drawing on qualitative field research conducted in the Bucharest-Ilfov region in 2013, this article approaches nannies' working arrangements, understood as either formal or informal paid activities carried out as part of the childcare process. First, we focus on the social, political, and legislative context in which nannies' work emerged and developed. This analysis is necessary for a better understanding of the main factors that influence the current social values and practices regarding childcare in Romania (from our interviewees' point of view, but also in close connection with the hegemonic cultural meanings regarding childcare, parenting, and mothering). Second, we examine nannies' individual choices and professional trajectories as important indicators for the social dynamics of current care working arrangements and gender roles. Our aim was to identify, on the one hand, the reasons behind choosing formal or informal working arrangements and, on the other hand, nannies' social practices, values, and cultural meanings related to (paid) childcare. We thus sought to understand the extent to which, in contemporary Romania, there is (or not) a real social need regarding the professionalisation of an occupation that can most often be identified and observed as informal work.
Annuaire international de justice constitutionnelle, 2018
Parler de l’égalité de genre dans le champ juridique roumain actuel est une démarche qui ne saura... more Parler de l’égalité de genre dans le champ juridique roumain actuel est une démarche qui ne saurait se réduire à la seule analyse de la Constitution et des sources constitutionnelles, autrement les résultats seraient assez réduits. Pour des raisons qui relèvent notamment du contexte sociopolitique et des facteurs idéologiques, l'analyse a été extrapolée aux lois qui réglementent la thématique concernée : l’égalité femmes-hommes, la non-discrimination, les violences domestiques et les violences contre les femmes, la reproduction humaine médicalement assistée, le marché du travail. Plus encore, la référence aux Stratégies nationales sectorielles s’impose comme choix méthodologique en vue de montrer quelles sont les directions tracées par l’agenda politique, qui peut changer le cadre juridique et, en même temps, contribuer à sa mise en œuvre
Analele Universității din București. Științe Politice, 2012
The article investigates the political mechanisms specific to contemporary Romanian politics and ... more The article investigates the political mechanisms specific to contemporary Romanian politics and political parties, as well as those social representations related to gender roles and the definition of family that have contributed to maintaining a low level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it sets the conceptual context through a review of the main theoretical approaches for the political representation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive dimension. Second, it connects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative proposal to introduce gender quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds that, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment and the functioning of the political “game”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the differences between men and women, as well the central role of family in building gender roles play an essential part in maintaining a low number of women within the Parliament.
The analysis of mass-media discourses is a privileged lenses for the study of legitimate and valo... more The analysis of mass-media discourses is a privileged lenses for the study of legitimate and valorised political roles and identities that contribute to the construction of political space. The role of such discourses is even more relevant for building the public image of political women since gender stereotypes, spread and consolidated through media, are essential for establishing the categories of capital that are more efficient for a political career. Based on a four-month daily monitoring of two major newspapers, this study shows that during their second postcommunist decade, Romanian political women have been rather absent from the mass-media discourse, their image being either negligeable and neutralized by the masculine rules of the political game or placed within the range of the exotic and/or mondenity.
The results of the 2012 parliamentary elections indicates a rather small number of women as MP’s,... more The results of the 2012 parliamentary elections indicates a rather small number of women as MP’s, when compared with the situation (statistical data) in other European states. Moving from a diacronical and sincronical analysis of the statistical data indicating the political representation of women in post-communist Romania, the present paper aims to reflect on this under representation as a central element in the attempt to understand and analize the present day Romanian democratic. Thus, it presents the main theoretical concepts and two analitical models and aims to analyze one of the factors that influences, according to the theoretical framework, the presence of women within representative political structure: namely the legislative frame.
Women's low rate of participation at the highest levels of politics is a recurrent topic in the g... more Women's low rate of participation at the highest levels of politics is a recurrent topic in the gender studies literature. Romanian historiography is not very generous in this regard. The present study proposes an introduction to a survey on the women politicians during the 2004-2008 legislature in Romania. In order to understand the complexity of structural, economic, political, and ideological factors, it is necessary to start with an analysis of the trajectories that allowed women to reach a high political position: a seat in the national Parliament. For this purpose, the article examines several types of sources (official CVs, personal blogs, as well as fragments from interviews conducted with 11 women members of Parliament during the 2004-2008 legislature) in order to address the following questions: Who are the women politicians during the 2004-2008 legislature? Which are the efficient resources for a successful political career? What is women politicians' subjective perspective on their access to politics and on their political success? This first inquiry, part of a larger research, intends to identify the explanatory reasons regarding women politicians'role and status; the functioning of the selection procedures within political parties; and the practices related to political " power " .
The article investigates the political mechanisms s pecific to contemporary Romanian politics and... more The article investigates the political mechanisms s pecific to contemporary Romanian politics and political parties, as well as those so cial representations related to gender roles and th e definition of family that have contributed to maint aining a low level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it se s the conceptual context through a review of the main theoretical approaches for the political repre sentation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive dimension. Second, it con nects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative p roposal to introduce gender quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds th at, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment and the functioning of the political “g ame”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the di...
This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian dem... more This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian democracy. How gender studies have been established and (partly) institutionalized, the ideological and institutional obstacles that they have faced, as well as the political values and stakes that are present when they are promoted or contested are significant elements for understanding the process of democratization within the academic space, as well as the extent and quality of democracy in the country after 1989. In the first part, I analyze the dynamics of the establishment and institutionalization of gender studies in Romania, filling the gaps of current literature on the topic, especially when it comes to the more recent developments. This investigation allows the identification of relevant factors that are specific to the Romanian context and favoured or hindered the presence of these studies in local universities. In the second part, I analyze briefly the academic, ideological and ...
The democratic (re)construction of the Romanian political landscape after the fall of communism w... more The democratic (re)construction of the Romanian political landscape after the fall of communism was marked by a significant underrepresentation of women in political institutions. This article investigates the phenomenon of the women’s “fading presence” on the political scene of postcommunist Romania from two research angles. First, it connects the subject with the parameters governing the (re)configuration of the postcommunist political elites. Secondly, it explores it through the lens of the (re)construction of gender roles and representations, with a focus particularly on the inaudible and allegedly illegitimate character of demands for equality in post-1989 Romania.
We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the “traditional family... more We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the “traditional family,” by examining the articulation of anti-gender politics in Romanian parliamentary debates. We contribute theoretically by employing the concept of retrogressive mobilization in plebiscitary circumstances. We show that in Romania the contours of retrogressive mobilization transgress both the ideological left–right cleavage, and even party loyalty. We demonstrate how the ideological work done for the fantasmatic logics of retrogressive mobilization articulates two antithetical narrative scenarios, both centering on the Orthodox “nature” of the Romanian nation, whose existence and survival are said to hinge on the protection of the “traditional family” from “LGBT ideology.” (Less)
From a historical sociology and gender studies perspective, this article sets out to explore the ... more From a historical sociology and gender studies perspective, this article sets out to explore the representations and the public discourse surrounding women’s role in society and in the family, through the lenses of the late nineteenth-century Romanian feminist press. As elsewhere in Europe, the feminine ideal of that era emphasized motherhood and the dichotomy between public and private spheres in the construction of gender relations. At the same time, the feminist discourse provides a privileged window on the “idealized” model of the family and the distribution of gender roles, but it also allows researchers to capture the tensions between dominant and minority representations of femininity. This kind of discourse and public position create at the time the conditions of possibility for further social change. Hence, a content analysis of Femeia română magazine is of particular heuristic value, due to its longevity, but also to the personality of its founder.
Studia Politica. Romanian Political Science Review, 2010
2 Par exemple, Françoise Collin considère que «la démocratie n'exclut pas les femmes comme elle l... more 2 Par exemple, Françoise Collin considère que «la démocratie n'exclut pas les femmes comme elle le fait-même quand elles bénéficient du droit de vote-par accident ou aveuglement, mais en raison de sa définition même» qui «constituera toujours une difficulté pour les femmes, ou en fera des "citoyens" de seconde zone» (p. 29). Françoise COLLIN, «Mythe et réalité de la démocratie», in Eliane VIENNOT (sous la dir. de), La démocratie «à la française» ou les femmes indésirables, Publications de l'Université de Paris-Denis-Diderot, (Cahiers du CEDREF. Colloques et travaux), Paris, 1996, pp. 25-35. 3 «Oui, les femmes ont été bien exclues "en tant que femmes", mais cette exclusion est loin d'être la conséquence logique du principe de la démocratie; la traiter ainsi, c'est compromettre autant la cause des femmes que celle de la démocratie» Eleni VARIKAS, Evelyne PISISER,
Political Representation of Women in Romania, 2021
For the first time since Romania's accession to the EU, there has been a decrease in women's poli... more For the first time since Romania's accession to the EU, there has been a decrease in women's political representation (which is already at a very low level), and this requires – including in the light of recent political developments at European and regional levels – serious reflection. Through this study we aim to identify the main factors that influence women's access to a political mandate (local, national or European) in the Romanian context and try to understand what the elements are that can explain the current situation.
Reprezentarea politică a femeilor în România, 2021
Este pentru prima dată, după aderarea României la UE, când se înregistrează o scădere a reprezent... more Este pentru prima dată, după aderarea României la UE, când se înregistrează o scădere a reprezentării politice a femeilor (aflată oricum la un nivel foarte scăzut), iar acest lucru necesită – inclusiv prin prisma evoluțiilor politice recente de la nivel european și regional – o reflecție serioasă. Prin acest studiu ne propunem să identificăm principalii factori care influențează accesul femeilor la un mandat politic (local, național sau european) în context românesc și să încercăm să înțelegem care sunt elementele care pot explica situația actuală.
The political marginalization of women in post-communist Romania is
indubitably real. This articl... more The political marginalization of women in post-communist Romania is indubitably real. This article will suggest some possible explanations, stressing especially the logic behind the (re)configuration of post-communist political elites and the (re)construction of gender representation and gender roles.
This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian dem... more This article argues that gender studies are a sensitive indicator for the quality of Romanian democracy. How gender studies have been established and (partly) institutionalized, the ideological and institutional obstacles that they have faced, as well as the political values and stakes that are present when they are promoted or contested are significant elements for understanding the process of democratization within the academic space, as well as the extent and quality of democracy in the country after 1989. In the first part, I analyze the dynamics of the establishment and institutionalization of gender studies in Romania, filling the gaps of current literature on the topic, especially when it comes to the more recent developments. This investigation allows the identification of relevant factors that are specific to the Romanian context and favoured or hindered the presence of these studies in local universities. In the second part, I analyze briefly the academic, ideological and political opposition to feminism, feminist studies and gender studies in Romania.
We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the "traditional family... more We approach critically the assertion that a referendum ultimately defends the "traditional family," by examining the articulation of anti-gender politics in Romanian parliamentary debates. We contribute theoretically by employing the concept of retrogressive mobilization in plebiscitary circumstances. We show that in Romania the contours of retrogressive mobilization transgress both the ideological left-right cleavage, and even party loyalty. We demonstrate how the ideological work done for the fantasmatic logics of retrogressive mobilization articulates two antithetical narrative scenarios, both centering on the Orthodox "nature" of the Romanian nation, whose existence and survival are said to hinge on the protection of the "traditional family" from "LGBT ideology."
Analize – Journal of Gender and Feminist Studies, 2019
Drawing on qualitative field research conducted in the Bucharest-Ilfov region in 2013, this artic... more Drawing on qualitative field research conducted in the Bucharest-Ilfov region in 2013, this article approaches nannies' working arrangements, understood as either formal or informal paid activities carried out as part of the childcare process. First, we focus on the social, political, and legislative context in which nannies' work emerged and developed. This analysis is necessary for a better understanding of the main factors that influence the current social values and practices regarding childcare in Romania (from our interviewees' point of view, but also in close connection with the hegemonic cultural meanings regarding childcare, parenting, and mothering). Second, we examine nannies' individual choices and professional trajectories as important indicators for the social dynamics of current care working arrangements and gender roles. Our aim was to identify, on the one hand, the reasons behind choosing formal or informal working arrangements and, on the other hand, nannies' social practices, values, and cultural meanings related to (paid) childcare. We thus sought to understand the extent to which, in contemporary Romania, there is (or not) a real social need regarding the professionalisation of an occupation that can most often be identified and observed as informal work.
Annuaire international de justice constitutionnelle, 2018
Parler de l’égalité de genre dans le champ juridique roumain actuel est une démarche qui ne saura... more Parler de l’égalité de genre dans le champ juridique roumain actuel est une démarche qui ne saurait se réduire à la seule analyse de la Constitution et des sources constitutionnelles, autrement les résultats seraient assez réduits. Pour des raisons qui relèvent notamment du contexte sociopolitique et des facteurs idéologiques, l'analyse a été extrapolée aux lois qui réglementent la thématique concernée : l’égalité femmes-hommes, la non-discrimination, les violences domestiques et les violences contre les femmes, la reproduction humaine médicalement assistée, le marché du travail. Plus encore, la référence aux Stratégies nationales sectorielles s’impose comme choix méthodologique en vue de montrer quelles sont les directions tracées par l’agenda politique, qui peut changer le cadre juridique et, en même temps, contribuer à sa mise en œuvre
Analele Universității din București. Științe Politice, 2012
The article investigates the political mechanisms specific to contemporary Romanian politics and ... more The article investigates the political mechanisms specific to contemporary Romanian politics and political parties, as well as those social representations related to gender roles and the definition of family that have contributed to maintaining a low level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it sets the conceptual context through a review of the main theoretical approaches for the political representation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive dimension. Second, it connects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative proposal to introduce gender quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds that, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment and the functioning of the political “game”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the differences between men and women, as well the central role of family in building gender roles play an essential part in maintaining a low number of women within the Parliament.
The analysis of mass-media discourses is a privileged lenses for the study of legitimate and valo... more The analysis of mass-media discourses is a privileged lenses for the study of legitimate and valorised political roles and identities that contribute to the construction of political space. The role of such discourses is even more relevant for building the public image of political women since gender stereotypes, spread and consolidated through media, are essential for establishing the categories of capital that are more efficient for a political career. Based on a four-month daily monitoring of two major newspapers, this study shows that during their second postcommunist decade, Romanian political women have been rather absent from the mass-media discourse, their image being either negligeable and neutralized by the masculine rules of the political game or placed within the range of the exotic and/or mondenity.
The results of the 2012 parliamentary elections indicates a rather small number of women as MP’s,... more The results of the 2012 parliamentary elections indicates a rather small number of women as MP’s, when compared with the situation (statistical data) in other European states. Moving from a diacronical and sincronical analysis of the statistical data indicating the political representation of women in post-communist Romania, the present paper aims to reflect on this under representation as a central element in the attempt to understand and analize the present day Romanian democratic. Thus, it presents the main theoretical concepts and two analitical models and aims to analyze one of the factors that influences, according to the theoretical framework, the presence of women within representative political structure: namely the legislative frame.
Women's low rate of participation at the highest levels of politics is a recurrent topic in the g... more Women's low rate of participation at the highest levels of politics is a recurrent topic in the gender studies literature. Romanian historiography is not very generous in this regard. The present study proposes an introduction to a survey on the women politicians during the 2004-2008 legislature in Romania. In order to understand the complexity of structural, economic, political, and ideological factors, it is necessary to start with an analysis of the trajectories that allowed women to reach a high political position: a seat in the national Parliament. For this purpose, the article examines several types of sources (official CVs, personal blogs, as well as fragments from interviews conducted with 11 women members of Parliament during the 2004-2008 legislature) in order to address the following questions: Who are the women politicians during the 2004-2008 legislature? Which are the efficient resources for a successful political career? What is women politicians' subjective perspective on their access to politics and on their political success? This first inquiry, part of a larger research, intends to identify the explanatory reasons regarding women politicians'role and status; the functioning of the selection procedures within political parties; and the practices related to political " power " .
“Le féminisme n’est pas un sujet à part, exotique: il est partie prenante de l’histoire, de la ph... more “Le féminisme n’est pas un sujet à part, exotique: il est partie prenante de l’histoire, de la philosophie politique et sociale d’une époque. Travailler sur la sociogenèse de féminisme roumain revient à travailler sur le processus de modernization selon le modèle occidental, sur la construction politique et juridique du régime démocratique, sur l’enorme production idéologique nationale. Inversement, travailler sur tous ces autres prcessus en ignorant la parole et l’action des femmes, c’est ignorer une partie de la dynamique et rapports sociaux, laisser de côté une perspective idéologique constitutive de l’horizon de pensée de l’époque.”
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european) în context românesc și să încercăm să înțelegem care sunt elementele care pot explica situația actuală.
indubitably real. This article will suggest some possible explanations,
stressing especially the logic behind the (re)configuration of post-communist political elites and the (re)construction of gender
representation and gender roles.
l’égalité femmes-hommes, la non-discrimination, les violences domestiques et les violences contre les femmes, la reproduction humaine médicalement assistée, le marché du travail. Plus encore, la référence aux Stratégies nationales sectorielles s’impose comme choix méthodologique en vue de montrer quelles sont les directions
tracées par l’agenda politique, qui peut changer le cadre juridique et, en même temps, contribuer à sa mise en œuvre
those social representations related to gender roles and the definition of family that have contributed to maintaining a low
level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it sets the conceptual context through a review
of the main theoretical approaches for the political representation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive
dimension. Second, it connects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament
with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative proposal to introduce gender
quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds that, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment
and the functioning of the political “game”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the differences
between men and women, as well the central role of family in building gender roles play an essential part in maintaining a
low number of women within the Parliament.
european) în context românesc și să încercăm să înțelegem care sunt elementele care pot explica situația actuală.
indubitably real. This article will suggest some possible explanations,
stressing especially the logic behind the (re)configuration of post-communist political elites and the (re)construction of gender
representation and gender roles.
l’égalité femmes-hommes, la non-discrimination, les violences domestiques et les violences contre les femmes, la reproduction humaine médicalement assistée, le marché du travail. Plus encore, la référence aux Stratégies nationales sectorielles s’impose comme choix méthodologique en vue de montrer quelles sont les directions
tracées par l’agenda politique, qui peut changer le cadre juridique et, en même temps, contribuer à sa mise en œuvre
those social representations related to gender roles and the definition of family that have contributed to maintaining a low
level of women participation in Romanian politics after 1989. In a first part, it sets the conceptual context through a review
of the main theoretical approaches for the political representation of women, with an emphasis on gender studies’ cognitive
dimension. Second, it connects a quantitative evaluation of women’s presence in the Romanian post communist parliament
with a qualitative analysis of public (i.e. mass media) discourse of the rejected legislative proposal to introduce gender
quotas in various political and social processes. The author finds that, beyond the dynamics of political elites’ recruitment
and the functioning of the political “game”, the ideological options and social representations that emphasize the differences
between men and women, as well the central role of family in building gender roles play an essential part in maintaining a
low number of women within the Parliament.