Developments over the last decade have demonstrated that the financial industry can be tapped to help solve some of our most intractable global problems. Both regulators and financial market participants have leaned in. But why has finance not done the same for gender equality? Why has money not been used more aggressively to empower women?
Global economy can’t afford to wait for gender equality By Tea Trumbic When women have equal access to economic opportunities, they can participate more actively in the economy and contribute to increased productivity and growth.
MEETINGS Gender Balance Index 2023 Thursday 20 April, Launch OMFIF is launching the 10th annual Gender Balance Index, which tracks the presence of men and women in senior positions in the financial sector.
ON DEMAND How central banks can drive gender equality Margarita Delgado, deputy governor of Banco de España, speaks to OMFIF on the role of central banks in efforts to bring women into leadership positions in the financial sector.
LATEST REPORT Sustainable Policy Institute, Spring 2023 This special edition of the journal examines women’s economic empowerment, how to narrow the gaps in financial inclusion and the connection between gender diversity and climate risks.
