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Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?

Answer Overview

Response rates from 175 European Union voters.

28%
Yes
72%
No
25%
Yes
53%
No
2%
Yes, but only for large international corporations
19%
No, board members should be the most qualified regardless of gender
1%
Yes, and the government should do more to require diversity in the workplace
0%
No, the government should never require the diversity of private businesses

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VOTA. (2026). “Should businesses be required to have women on their board of directors?” — Public Opinion Poll Results. Retrieved June 20, 2026, from https://eu.vota.com/poll/1549442036

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