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Women's involvement in political leadership is crucial to ensure gender equality and meet sustainable development and international integration requirements. Although many measures have been developed domestically and internationally to enable women to be involved in political leadership, women's involvement in this area still needs to be improved in Ghana and around the globe. However, women's participation in political leadership has increased relatively but not significantly. The study investigates the aspects that affect women's participation in political leadership. The study assesses the influence of demographic, economic, cultural and gender-based electoral perception on women's participation in political leadership.

Economic aspects such as mobility, income, and resources were examined as cultural aspects such as women's priorities and if the cultural aspect supports women's entry into politics. The study was conducted through a descriptive survey with a quantitative approach. Data was collected using online questionnaires and responses from 70 University of Education, Winneba participants. Data were analysed using percentage and frequency distribution techniques using the JASP 6.0 version. Data collected was presented in tables in frequencies and percentages. Results showed a significant association between women's involvement in political leadership and demographic and cultural aspects. The research has theoretical and practical implications for future studies on women and politics in the country.

Political; Leadership; Women's; Involvement; Economic; Demographic; Cultural aspects; gender inequality

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