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The status of women in Chile has made improved over time. Women's societal roles have historically been impacted by traditional gender roles and a patriarchal culture,[1] but throughout the twentieth century women increasingly involved themselves in politics and protest, resulting in provisions to the constitution to uphold equality between men and women and prohibit sex discrimination.
Women's educational attainment, workforce participation, and rights have improved to be more equal to those of men, especially in the recent decades since Chile became a democracy again in 1990. Chile finally legalized divorce in 2004 and is also one of the only countries to have elected a female president.[2] However, Chilean women still face many economic and political challenges, including income disparity, high rates of domestic violence, and the lingering gender roles.[1]