The issue of women’s participation in various social structures and activities is of key importance for the maturity of society. The history of women’s inclusion at the social level reveals significant differences across national cultures and historical periods. This paper presents the views of different communities and groups regarding women’s activity and quality of life. The analysis is based on a survey conducted in 2023 on the topic “Women’s Participation in Social Activities and Relations”, involving 428 respondents aged 18 and over. The study traces women’s inclusion in the labor market and business, their integration into education and culture, their professional mobility and career advancement. The analysis highlights the visibility of various actions, such as policies and practices implemented at different levels, aimed at increasing women’s participation in various social spheres as well as at improving their quality of life. The opinions shared by respondents emphasize the view that higher education is important for women and their development. At the same time, it is noted that various stereotypes and prejudices toward women and their activities in politics, business, and science continue to persist. The aim of the paper is to demonstrate that while gender characteristics undoubtedly have their place and significance, personal skills, qualities, and individual traits are equally important. The paper has been developed in the framework of the project “Quality of life and well-being in the context of professional communities and their activity” КП-06-ПН80/2, funded by the National Science Fund.

Authors:
Albena Nakova, Institute of Philosophy and Sociology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria
Valentina Milenkova, Institute of Philosophy and Sociology, Bulgaria
Emilia Chengelova, Institute of Philosophy and Sociology, Bulgaria
Karamfil Manolov, Institute of Philosophy and Sociology, Bulgaria

About the Presenter(s)
Albena Nakova is a Professor, PhD in Sociology, Doctor of Sciences, Deputy Director of the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. She works as an expert at the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy of Bulgaria.

Emilia Chengelova is a Professor, PhD in Sociology, Doctor of Sciences, Director of the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. Her interests are in the field of social survey research methodology.

Valentina Milenkova is a professor, doctor of sociological sciences. She is a Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, South-West University "Neofit Rilski" as well as a researcher at the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology.

Karamfil Manolov is a Professor PhD in Sociology, Doctor of Sciences at the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. His research interests are in the fields of sociology of entrepreneurship, sociology of economics.

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