Mulheres e carreira nas organizações da fronteira: quebrando o teto de vidro

Abstract

This study analyzes the trajectories and challenges faced by women in leadership positions in the border region between Santana do Livramento/Brazil and Rivera/Uruguay. The central objective was to verify the main challenges faced by women in their search for a successful career in frontier organizations. Using a qualitative narrative method, the research was carried out through semi-structured interviews with two women in leadership positions, five of whom were leaders of organizations in Santana do Livramento/Brazil and five in Rivera/Uruguay. The results reveal that borderline women often begin their careers at a young age, facing challenges related to identity; the region's deeply rooted culture; reconciling work and family responsibilities; demonstrate determination to challenge gender stereotypes and prejudices that two companies in the region are implementing measures to promote gender equality, through training programs. It is concluded that it is essential to reconstitute women's potential, promote gender diversity in organizations, allow women to play leadership roles to promote harmony and representation in management positions in border organizations Santana do Livramento/Brazil and Rivera/Uruguay.