Having male offspring within a patriarchal society or working to influence men on women's behalf is referred to as:

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Informal power refers to the influence and authority someone has not because of an official position, but due to personal connections, charisma, or other non-official capacities. In patriarchal societies, women may exercise informal power by influencing men or through their roles as mothers of sons, leveraging personal relationships rather than holding formal positions of power.

Having Male Offspring Within a Patriarchal Society or Working to Influence