Addressing Historical Inequality: Quotas help level the playing field for women who historically face barriers to political participation due to societal norms, discriminatory practices, and lack of equal opportunities.
Fostering Inclusive Policy making: With more women in parliaments, diverse perspectives and experiences are brought into the policy-making process, leading to more inclusive and responsive policies for all citizens.
Empowering Communities: Women representatives act as role models and encourage other women and girls to actively participate in politics and public life.
Strengthening Democratic institutions: Quotas contribute to more legitimate and accountable democratic institutions by broadening the spectrum of decision-makers and reducing the dominance of male perspectives.
Promoting good governance: Studies suggest that women legislators prioritize issues such as education, healthcare, social welfare, and environmental protection, promoting responsible and long-term governance.
Fulfilling International Gender Commitments: The adoption of gender quotas aligns Gambia with international gender equality goals and commitments such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the African Union Protocol on Women;s Rights, and the commitments under CEDAW
