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Resisting Equality: The Far Right’s Antigender Politics in Latin American Education

Contentious Politics
Gender
Latin America
Comparative Perspective
Activism
Carla Guerra Tomazini
University of Warwick
Carla Guerra Tomazini
University of Warwick

Abstract

Anti-gender movements have become a key battleground for far-right actors seeking to shape educational policies. These movements unite a heterogeneous coalition, including religious leaders (Evangelical, Catholic, and Jewish), right-wing and far-right political figures (such as Fujimoristas and Bolsonaristas), and economic actors like liberal think tanks and private entities. While some explicitly oppose gender policies in education, others contribute to backlash through indirect means, fostering an “ambiguous consensus” (Palier, 2005). This presentation examines how far-right actors navigate ideological, partisan, and electoral ambiguities to construct strategic alliances against gender inclusion in education. Drawing on recent data from Brazil, Costa Rica, and Peru, it explores the interplay between gender backlash, far-right mobilization, and identity politics.