Andi Sitti Zakiah
Doctoral Program, Educational Administration Study Program, Makassar State University

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GENDER-BASED LEADERSHIP AND INCLUSIVENESS Andi Sitti Zakiah; Ansar Ansar; Farida Ohan
KLASIKAL : JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, LANGUAGE TEACHING AND SCIENCE Vol 7 No 3 (2025): Klasikal: Journal of Education, Language Teaching and Science
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52208/klasikal.v7i3.1595

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Gender-based leadership and inclusivity are crucial considerations in the development of modern organizations because they impact the quality of decision- making, managerial effectiveness, and improved institutional performance. Women in leadership positions often demonstrate collaborative, empathetic, and communicative characteristics, enabling them to create a more harmonious, productive, and responsive work environment that addresses the needs of organizational members. Numerous studies confirm that gender diversity contributes to increased creativity, service quality, and team stability. Women's involvement in strategic positions remains hampered by masculine leadership stereotypes, bias in recruitment and promotion processes, and strong patriarchal values inherent in organizational culture. These cultural and structural barriers prevent women from gaining equal opportunities for development, even when they possess adequate competencies. Women's leadership development can be encouraged through affirmative action policies, leadership training, and the creation of an inclusive work environment. Capacity building through training has been shown to increase women's self-confidence, communication skills, and participation in decision-making. Furthermore, a work environment free from discrimination and respecting gender diversity has a positive impact on employee motivation, psychological well-being, and loyalty. Implementing gender equality policies in human resource management is a strategic step to eliminate structural bias and expand women's access to strategic positions. Overall, gender-based leadership and inclusivity are not only ethical imperatives, but also institutional strategies that strengthen organizational innovation, accountability, and sustainability