Decoding female political leadership: the interplay of culture, constraints and identity among Indonesian women politicians

Purpose This study investigates how an individual's culture, upbringing and systemic barriers affect the way women navigate the political landscape, while considering the persistent underrepresentation of women in Indonesian politics. This study offers a new Typology, offering insights into identity strategies that emerge among successful women political leaders. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative methodology was used, involving in-depth interviews conducted in office with nine elected fe