Más allá de la curul: Factores que impulsan el acceso y desafían la representación política de las mujeres en Bogotá (2022-2026)

Abstract

This article examines the political and social factors that influenced women’s access to seats in the Chamber of Representatives for Bogotá and how this presence has been reflected in legislative performance during the 2022–2026 term. Using a qualitative, hermeneutic and interpretive approach based on documentary review including legislation and court decisions (Law 581/2000; Law 1475/2011; Ruling C-371/2000), legislative databases and reports from MOE, UN Women and Sisma Mujer the study analyzes the trajectories and legislative production of Bogotá’s ten women representatives. Findings indicate that affirmative actions were necessary and effective in producing a notable quantitative increase (10 of 18 seats), and that these representatives have advanced significant agendas in gender, human rights, peace and social policy. However, substantive equality remains incomplete due to barriers to access key committee positions, unequal campaign financing and party networks, and political violence against women. The study concludes that parity achieved expanded access, but institutional and cultural reforms (campaign finance mechanisms, internal party rules, anti-violence protocols) are required to convert representation into real power.