The female space in public safety: a study on the military police of the Federal District

DOI: https://zenodo.org/records/15295776

Abstract

This article examines the participation of women in public security, with an emphasis on the military police of the Federal District (Brazil). It analyzes the difficulties and achievements of women who work in public security institutions, in order to highlight the importance of building a space for women in public security in the Federal District. The problem is: how do social and cultural barriers and discrimination based on gender limit women's opportunities for advancement in public security institutions? The hypotheses for the problem address historical issues that directly impact women's insertion and career development in these environments, as well as discuss how the presence of women contributes to improving management, diversity, and humanization in policing and security approaches and tactics. The research method used was descriptive, through documentary analysis and bibliographic research.