The Dream of Unfulfilled Equality in Public Institutions

200 Years After Mexico's Independence

Abstract

In 2010, Mexico commemorated 200 years since the beginning of its independence. One of the great aspirations of this armed movement was to achieve legal equality among men. However, two centuries later, many inequalities persist in different areas, especially for women. This article analyzes the gender perspective in the practices of public organizations in Guanajuato, focusing on the workplace barriers and segregation faced by public officials. Through a quantitative approach, data is presented that reveals inequalities in the distribution of responsibilities and opportunities, highlighting the urgency of implementing measures to promote gender equality in public service.