Why can’t women become Freemasons?
Freemasonry is a fraternal organization with practices deeply entrenched in tradition and history. The Book of Constitution , compiled by Anderson and published in 1723 unites Freemasons all over the world. All the regular Grand Lodges (there are approximately 180 in the world) adhere to the principles therein. To change these constitutions to allow women to become members would require all the Grand Lodges to agree to the change. As cultures are so diverse and vary so dramatically in terms of social structure and gender relations, making this fundamental change to the constitution would be extremely difficult. Are there similar organizations for women? Yes, there are. Some are exclusively opened to women e.g. the Grande Loge Féminine de France and the Order of the Eastern Star. There are also mixed lodges that accept both men and women e.g. the Order of the Amaranth and Le Droit Humain. Members of The Order of the Eastern Star are dedicated to working together for the good and benefit
