ANALYSIS OF CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING THE GENDER APPROACH IN EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT AND WAYS TO ADDRESS THEM
This article analyzes the barriers and opportunities encountered by female leaders in school management within the context of
Uzbekistan’s education system. The study explores issues such as gender equality, pathways to leadership, institutional and
cultural obstacles, as well as existing support mechanisms. Drawing on statistical data and international experiences, it examines
the social, familial, and systemic pressures women face when aspiring to leadership roles, along with the opportunities available
to them, such as educational programs and mentoring initiatives.
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