Leader of the Women's Club IDS: Politics Should Not Be a Division Between Male and Female Roles
Tea Batel has been elected as the new president of the Women’s Club of the IDS in Croatia, advocating for a politics focused on results and equal opportunities for women.
Tea Batel has been chosen as the new head of the Women's Club of the IDS party during its 14th electoral assembly in Poreč. In her acceptance speech, she emphasized that effective politics should not be defined by gender but by results and accountability. Batel's vision stresses that recognition in politics should come from one’s ability to deliver on promises and address the real needs of citizens rather than their gender or status.
Batel reiterated the importance of equal opportunities for women in politics, asserting that women do not require special conditions to succeed but rather equal chances to prove their capabilities. Her statement aligns with a growing movement within politics, calling for a shift away from traditional gender roles and towards a meritocratic approach where performance is the primary measure of political value.
She expressed that her motivation for entering politics was not to demonstrate what women can achieve but to leverage her understanding that women are inherently capable of leadership and effective governance. Batel's selection as president signals a potential transformation in the Women’s Club, aiming to redefine the role of women in politics and advocate for a governance model characterized by responsibility and a focus on community needs.