Committee: United Nations Women
Country: Romania
Delegate: Abeeha Saeed
Topic: Women’s Participation in Leadership in Romania
Introduction:
Romania recognizes the significance of promoting women’s active participation in leadership roles as a
fundamental aspect of achieving gender equality and fostering inclusive development. This position
paper outlines Romania’s stance on women’s leadership participation, highlights current initiatives, and
emphasizes the commitment to overcoming challenges hindering the full realization of women’s
potential in leadership positions.
Current Landscape:
Romania acknowledges the progress made in recent years in increasing the representation of women in
leadership roles. While positive steps have been taken, challenges persist, and there is a continued
commitment to addressing gender disparities in leadership positions across sectors.
Political Leadership:
Romania is committed to increasing the representation of women in political leadership roles. Efforts
include implementing policies to encourage women’s participation in political parties, advocating for
gender quotas where appropriate, and fostering an inclusive political environment that values diverse
perspectives. The aim is to create a balanced and representative political landscape that reflects the
diversity of the population. Women’s political representation in the Romanian Parliament remains well
below the EU-27 average and Romanian women remain underrepresented at the local level.
Public Sector Leadership:
In the public sector, Romania is committed to ensuring that women have equal opportunities to excel in
leadership positions. This includes implementing merit-based selection processes, providing leadership
training and development programs, and fostering a workplace culture that values and supports women
in leadership roles within government agencies.
International Collaboration:
Romania values international collaboration to share best practices, exchange experiences, and
contribute to the global effort in promoting women’s leadership. Engaging with international forums
and organizations allows Romania to learn from others and contribute to the collective pursuit of gender
equality in leadership.
Conclusion:
Romania is committed to advancing women’s participation in leadership across all sectors. Through a
combination of policy measures, awareness campaigns, and collaboration with national and
international partners, Romania aims to create an environment where women can thrive and contribute
meaningfully to leadership positions, fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.
Date: 26-1-23