Mulheres no poder judiciário : análise das ações do Conselho Nacional de Justiça (CNJ)

Abstract

Throughout history, women have been rendered invisible in the professional sphere of the Judiciary in Brazil. Although this field has existed since the 17th century, female presence has become more prominent in contemporary times. In this context, this research aims to analyze the actions of the National Council of Justice (CNJ) in encouraging female institutional participation within the Judiciary. Additionally, it seeks to highlight what the CNJ has done to implement inclusion policies that promote a more equal workplace; to map the initiatives carried out by the CNJ aimed at encouraging women's participation; and to reflect on the challenges of ensuring gender equality in the legal system. For this purpose, this research employed a qualitative-quantitative approach, utilizing bibliographic and documentary research, as it focuses on statistical data, documents, and scientific articles produced and/or published by the CNJ, along with thematic analysis. The data revealed that CNJ's gender equality policies have advanced, proposing gender parity in the composition and occupation of positions across the Judiciary; the creation of working groups and committees that reflect on gender issues; repositories; events; and informative and/or educational materials. Although significant, these initiatives face challenges in implementation due to cultural resistance and possible lack of resources, highlighting the need for constant monitoring of these policies. Thus, it is concluded that gender equality in the Judiciary has not yet been achieved, despite the ongoing efforts involving the CNJ as the institution that manages and oversees the Judiciary, through all actions taken to encourage female institutional participation in its various social and identity dimensions within this legal workplace, aiming to promote a more inclusive environment.