# Women Advocate for Networking to Increase Political and Judicial Representation Experts at a Brasília conference emphasize collective action to combat systemic misogyny and misinformation. - **Source:** [Agência Brasil](https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br) - **Published:** 2026-11-06 - **Topic:** [politics](https://brifing.si/c/politics) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/3dad06c8-cf68-45e5-ba30-c9dfa72219df ## Conference on Judicial Equality The international conference 'Women Who Move Justice' concluded on September 6 in Brasília. Participants focused on building support networks to counter machismo and increase female participation in power structures. The event highlighted the necessity of a more egalitarian justice system, urging communication professionals to actively combat misogynistic narratives and widespread misinformation. ## Historical Lessons in Solidarity Antonia Pellegrino, president of EBC, referenced the 'Lipstick Lobby' from the 1987-1988 Constituent Assembly. This cross-party alliance of female lawmakers secured fundamental rights still enjoyed today. Pellegrino argued that such historical precedents prove that organized female political action is a vital survival strategy for securing long-term legislative and social gains. ## Judicial Opportunities Ahead Pellegrino noted that at least 40% of lifetime judicial positions will be up for appointment over the next decade. This shift presents a significant opportunity for women to increase their presence within the judiciary. She emphasized that working in networks is a centuries-old female practice essential for navigating these institutional spaces. ## Combating Cultural Misogyny Lawyer Sara Gabriela, who launched a project in 2019, stressed the need to confront machismo as a deep-seated cultural element. Working with victims of violence in Goiás, she advocates for objective, concrete information rather than softened messaging. She believes that true progress requires a fundamental shift in cultural attitudes toward women. ## Economic Rights and Awareness Influencer and lawyer Miriane Ferreira, reaching over two million followers, focuses on simplifying legal concepts for women. She highlights that many women lose rights to marital assets due to a lack of professional experience outside the home. Her work encourages women to recognize their economic contributions and demand their rightful legal protections. ## Systemic Challenges in Courts Lawyer Mayra Cotta criticized the judiciary for its handling of gender-based violence, describing it as a 'massacre' of victims. She argued that increasing female representation is insufficient if the system continues to protect abusers. Cotta emphasized that judicial institutions must change how they receive and process complaints to ensure genuine respect. ## Mobilization and Civic Engagement Journalist Thayse Xavier, founder of the 'Elas Trabalham' platform, highlighted the importance of active civic participation. Her organization recently campaigned to encourage female voting, stressing that women outside power structures must support those within them. This solidarity is viewed as a crucial mechanism for maintaining pressure on political and judicial systems. ## Storytelling as a Tool Filmmaker Fernanda Amim underscored the power of storytelling to expose systemic failures, such as racial bias in criminal identification. By documenting institutional flaws, creators aim to force accountability within the justice system. These narratives serve as essential tools for raising awareness and advocating for structural reforms across the Brazilian legal landscape. ## Sources covering this story - https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/justica/noticia/2026-11/mulheres-defendem-articulacao-em-rede-para-ampliar-participacao — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._