Gender Images in Public Administration

Applying a gender lens to public administration, this extensively updated edition explores women's historical progress and current status in government roles across various levels. It delves into the dynamics of power, leadership, and legitimacy, highlighting the unique challenges women face within organizational structures and their broader societal roles. New features include recent data and research, a deeper examination of gender images affecting both women and men, and expanded insights into nonprofit management, reflecting the latest theoretical advancements in the field.