The appointment of Kazuo Ueda as the Bank of Japan’s new governor in February, alongside two male deputy governors, has thrown into light the topic of gender equality – or lack of – at central banks. These appointments will set back progress for gender parity by at least another five years in an institution that does not have a good track record on this issue.
Connecting the dots between finance and gender equality By Anita Bhatia While the financial sector has stepped in during various crises over the last few decades, it hasn’t yet done the same to address the problem of gender inequality.
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 Ukraine’s economy, needs and reconstruction Natalie Jaresko, Ukraine’s former finance minister, joins OMFIF for a brief discussion about the state of Ukraine’s economy and its fight against corruption.
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.
