Women in the Ranks: Strategies for Recruitment and Retention in the Croatian Armed Forces

Magee, Virgil

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Title

Women in the Ranks: Strategies for Recruitment and Retention in the Croatian Armed Forces

Author(s)

Magee, Virgil

Contributor(s)

Rehkopf, Bill

Issue Date

2024

Keyword(s)

• Women in the Armed Forces
• Military Recruitment and Retention
• Gender Integration
• Croatian Armed Forces
• Defense Strategy
• Military Careers and Professional Development
• Dual Citizenship Challenges
• Gender and Security
• DINFOS
• Defense Information School

Date of Ingest

2025-09-28T14:50:45-05:00

Geographic Coverage

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract

This interview with Lieutenant Tajana Bosniak highlights the challenges and strategic initiatives undertaken by the Croatian Armed Forces to increase female participation and retention within military service. Bosniak outlines a comprehensive plan designed to raise the percentage of women in uniform, emphasizing both recruitment and long-term career sustainability. Current representation stands at 9.2%, with aspirations to reach approximately 16% over the next decade. Key measures include targeted outreach in schools, universities, and women’s organizations; improved professional opportunities such as training, education, and international deployment; and institutional reforms addressing pay and working conditions. The discussion also acknowledges systemic challenges, such as dual citizenship enabling Croatian women to seek employment abroad, which complicates recruitment and retention efforts. Overall, the interview underscores the importance of gender integration as both a strategic and cultural priority, linking women’s service to broader issues of professional equity, stability, and national security.

Publisher

DINFOS

Type of Resource

moving image

Genre of Resource

other

Language

eng

DOI

10.5281/zenodo.17211109

Copyright and License Information

Copyright © 2024 Virgil Magee

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