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grassroots
democratic resilience
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Abstract
Women have long played a crucial role in social and political development around the world, including in Indonesia, although their contributions are often overlooked or insufficiently recognized. In this context, women’s leadership at the grassroots level becomes particularly important. The grassroots serves as the foundation for larger social and political structures, and active participation by women at this level can strengthen the foundation of a more inclusive and participatory “democratic resilience.” A country’s democratic resilience is not only determined by elite or high-level political leaders but also by the extent to which marginalized groups, including women, are involved in the political process. This paper aims to explore the deep relationship between women’s leadership at the grassroots level and democratic resilience. By examining how women in various communities influence local socio-political dynamics, we can understand their role in strengthening democratic resilience. Furthermore, the paper addresses the challenges and obstacles that women face in attaining leadership positions at the grassroots level.
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