Women dominate the teaching profession, accounting for the majority of educators worldwide, yet they remain significantly underrepresented in senior leadership roles within education systems. New data highlights a persistent gender gap in decision-making positions, where men hold a disproportionate share of top administrative and policy-making roles. The findings underscore ongoing challenges in achieving gender parity in education governance despite women’s strong presence in the classroom. The report suggests systemic barriers may be limiting opportunities for female educators to advance into leadership.
Education at a Glance: Women make up most teachers, but remain underrepresented in education leadership Valtioneuvosto
