Women in public administration : Introductory remarks

Abstract

The working environment of women In the public service, educational and training opportunities for women in public administration, problems women encounter in the working environment as public managers and views on what the future holds for women public managers are explored. Although the article is to be seen as introductory in nature art attempt is made to touch on the most important aspects. One of the most important problems women officials are facing in the working environment is discrimination. It is suggested that only if women public managers are representkTin corresponding numbers with their male colleagues women will be able to make an impact on issues regarding decision-making.