[6] FEMINIST PUBLIC POLICY IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY

How to Cite : Mehar Sandhu (2026). Feminist Public Policy in the Twenty-First Century. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research & Reviews, 5(8),51-57. https://doi.org/10.56815/ijmrr.v5i8.2026.51-57

Abstract

Feminist public policy has emerged as a transformative approach to governance by challenging structural inequalities and promoting gender equality through inclusive policymaking. Unlike traditional policy frameworks that often overlook the differentiated experiences of women and marginalized groups, feminist public policy integrates gender perspectives into policy design, implementation, and evaluation. In the twenty-first century, globalization, digital transformation, climate change, migration, and artificial intelligence have introduced new dimensions to gender inequality, requiring governments to adopt more responsive and intersectional policy approaches. This article examines the evolution of feminist public policy, its theoretical foundations, key policy domains, contemporary challenges, and future prospects. It argues that feminist public policy is not merely about increasing women's representation but about restructuring governance to ensure equity, participation, accountability, and social justice. The article concludes that integrating feminist principles into public policymaking contributes to democratic governance, sustainable development, and inclusive economic growth.