Economics Project Abstract
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: INFLUENTIAL FEMALE LEADERS IN WORLD POLITICS WITH AN EMPHASIS ON SOUTH AMERICA
Presenter:
Kavita L. Ramakrishnan, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, 1500 West Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL, 60506; kavita@imsa.edu
Mentor:
Dr. Graziella Prieto de Reyes , Consulate of Uruguay, 875 North Michigan Avenue Suite 1422, Chicago, IL, 60611; 312-642-3430; conuruchi@aol.com
Abstract:
In a world that seems dominated by male political leaders, women have made great steps in overcoming gender barriers. By examining what these women had or have in common to achieve political success, research is also done to show their impact on foreign relations. Each woman studied is also assessed through certain criterion, such as age, social class and education. In overcoming limitations, these women changed the workings of politics in their respective nations and made as great an impact on global relations as men. Focusing on women in South America, the research will compare women in politics across the world.