How is female participation in boards of directors in Colombia progressing?
The figure, 25.6%, reflects progress in the representation of women in corporate decision-making bodies. Photo: iStock
TL;DR
- Female participation on Colombian boards reached a record 25.6% in 2025.
- Companies with sustained progress in gender equity have structured promotion and succession processes with clear, measurable criteria.
- Performance evaluation has shifted from presenteeism to results-based models, increasing opportunities for professional growth and retention.
- Co-responsibility policies, such as extended paternity leave and flexible work arrangements, help balance family responsibilities and prevent career setbacks.
- Procter & Gamble exemplifies these strategies, with 58% female operation and 90% female leadership, attributed to competency-based promotion, hybrid work, and co-responsibility policies.