Clergywomen are female members of the clergy or religious leaders who perform religious functions and offer spiritual guidance. There are several synonyms for this term that can be used interchangeably such as female religious leaders, female ministers, female priests, female pastors, female preachers and female reverends. These terms highlight the diversity within different religious traditions and their gender-inclusivity. Having female leaders in religious communities is necessary as it promotes gender equality and encourages the active participation of women in religious practices and decision-making processes. It is important to recognize and respect the role of clergywomen in religious communities, and to celebrate their contributions and achievements.