We understand the importance of inclusion and equity and intentionally address the systemic barriers that hinder women and historically marginalized groups from meaningfully participating in and deriving benefits from economic opportunities.
Evidence indicates that where segments of the population are held back from full participation in economic activities because of unequal access to opportunity, education, or other discrimination, everyone suffers from impeded economic growth and increased poverty. Despite significant progress in addressing equity and inclusion, there remains a disproportionate distribution of resources, decision-making power, and educational and economic opportunities, particularly at the expense of women and girls, people living with disabilities, refugees, and groups experiencing marginalization due to contextual socioeconomic factors.
We collaborate with companies, local organizations, leaders, governments, and citizens to address complex gender issues and the root causes of exclusion and inequity. We integrate gender equity and women’s economic empowerment into our services and throughout project cycles, from design to implementation and evaluations. Our experts employ proven approaches, including those drawn from our thought-leading insights, such as the Toolkit for Mainstreaming Gender Equality And Social Inclusion Into Interventions, to promote the economic, social, and development outcomes of these groups in our society.
