Women at the forefront of castellan organizations
One of the biggest challenges facing society and, therefore, popular culture, is the reluctance of women to occupy leadership positions within castellan entities. Although castelleras have a significant female presence, with around 40% castelleras, the same representation is rarely observed in decision-making bodies.
Question of self-requirement and family reconciliation
The obstacles that limit the ascent of women to positions of responsibility in castellan entities are often related to factors of self-demand, lack of self-confidence and difficulties in family reconciliation. It must be borne in mind that popular cultural entities are self-managed and voluntary organizations, which implies a high degree of dedication and the need to find time in already tense moments.
The importance of the female presence in decision-making
The call for the inclusion of more women in decision-making positions does not respond to a desire to be prominent but to the will to create more fair, transversal, inclusive and cooperative environments. The contributions of women in organizations are crucial to ensure the diversity of opinions and experience necessary for equitable decision-making.
The role of the media in the visibility of women
The media play a fundamental role in making visible the role of women in the cultural field. Although steps have been taken in the visibility of women in debate spaces, there is still a lack of recognition of female talent. Popular culture, in particular, remains almost invisible in the media, and when it does emerge, representation is often predominantly male.
Female leadership in castellan organizations
The traditional conception of leadership as associated with authoritarianism and hierarchy must be overcome to accommodate authentic female leadership, which values diversity, flexibility and humanity. Women at the head of organizations must not be perfect superheroes, but normal and ordinary individuals who become a fair and balanced representation of society.
Inclusion of women in castle decision-making positions
Recently, the new Regulation of the Internal Regime of the Coordinadora de les Colles Castelleres de Catalunya (CCCC) has established the need to include at least one third of women in the Board of Directors. Although the quotas are not the definitive solution, they are a first step to promote the presence of women in decision-making and place castles as a benchmark for equality in society.
The need to redesign women’s roles in castellan entities
The introduction of women into castellar practice has proven to bring indisputable technical improvements. This evolution highlights the need to redefine women’s roles in decision-making and assume leadership positions.
