Gisela Erler | |
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| Baden-Württemberg state councillor for Civil Society and Citizen Participation | |
| In office 2011–2021 | |
| Succeeded by | Barbara Bosch. |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 9 May 1946 Biberach an der Riss, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany |
| Political party | Green Party |
| Spouse | Warnfried Dettling |
| Occupation | Politician |
Gisela Erler (born 1946) is a German researcher, feminist, entrepreneur and politician, who is a member of the Green Party. She is credited with playing a role in the development of family benefits in Germany, such as parental allowance and the right to a day-care place for children. From 2011 to 2021 she was a member of the state government of Baden-Württemberg, with responsibility for "Civil Society and Citizen Participation".