Jobs are pathways to dignity and self-reliance. But for millions of women globally, these pathways remain blocked. Learn how the @WorldBank Group is working to remove barriers to women's economic participation:

One out of 5 companies backed by #PrivateEquity or #VentureCapital are led by women—and they raise less capital than male-led firms. A NEW IFC study shows that more women leaders means more capital flows to women-led companies. Read:

Meet Shurpal, Hamna & Audilia—women on small islands leading the charge in the energy sector! . With @WorldBank support via ESMAP and partners, they're breaking barriers & building better futures for their communities. Read their stories:

Women account for only 12% of leadership & 30% of investment staff within #PrivateEquity and #VentureCapital funds in #EmergingMarkets. But, when they assume leadership positions, they open up opportunities for women. Learn more:

Complex regulations can hold back job creation. Through knowledge and expertise, @WorldBank Group works with governments to streamline policies and build frameworks that unlock private sector growth and employment. Learn more:

In the Central African Republic, more than 30% of girls drop out of primary school due to household financial insecurity or early pregnancy. To tackle this, @WorldBankAfrica is providing scholarships & school nurseries to spur girls to stay in school.

More women in decision making roles in #PrivateEquity and #VentureCapital means more capital for women-led companies. A NEW IFC study shows that when PE and VC funds have more women leaders, more capital flows to women-led companies.

How can TV shows boost financial inclusion for women? . A @WorldBank edutainment campaign in Central Asia tackled gender norms limiting women's access to financial services, achieving 16.7% increase in formal savings. Read more: @WorldBankECA.

IFC's #Sourcing2Equal has mobilized 6,000+ changemakers in 15+ countries to unlock procurement opportunities for women-led MSMEs. Explore how this global collaboration—powered by #WeFi & @noradno—is driving inclusive growth: #MSMEDay #IFCMSME

When women thrive, they transform families, communities, and economies—creating jobs and driving growth. Yet, in 2023, only 55% of women participated in the labor market. How can we close the gap and unlock their full potential?.

Social norms and caregiving duties often confine women’s work to the home. Can digitization break these “glass walls”?.In Jordan, online platforms are helping female entrepreneurs transcend geographic & societal constraints. Learn more:

As a laborer's daughter, Valarmathi broke barriers by starting a saree shop from her rural home. With help from a @WorldBank-supported training program, she developed the confidence & skills to grow her business, go digital, and hire others. Her story:

RT @IFC_EAP: In 🇲🇳, women own 2/3 of SMEs but face financing hurdles. @IFC_org & @KHAN_BANK are breaking barriers so women-led businesses c….

RT @IFC_org: #MSMEs in emerging markets face major hurdles in accessing finance, especially women-owned businesses. IFC provides support wi….

Jobs are the surest path out of poverty, but not everyone has a fair shot. With just over 50% of women 👩‍💻 in the labor force vs. 80% of men 👨‍💻, inequality persists in both job access and quality. Explore the data: |

Safe, reliable transport unlocks opportunities for women:.✅Samoa: More women with licenses = better job access.✅Senegal: 43% of Dakar’s new BRT workforce are women.✅Ecuador: 40% of Quito’s transport staff are women.But barriers persist. Learn more:🔗

In #BurkinaFaso, integrating mobile childcare facilities with @WorldBank-financed public works projects has significantly increased women's earnings and childcare uptake. Learn about #childcare achievements in West Africa ⤵️.

RT @IFC_org: Celebrating @OCPGroup as the first global soil health company to earn #EDGEMove certification! IFC’s Nathalie Akon speaks with….

Liberian women and girls hold immense potential to drive the country's economic and social transformation. But FGM affects one in three women, creating barriers that limit entire communities. Our new blog explores how legal reforms are addressing this:

What works to advance women’s digital literacy?. Here are some key insights:. ☑️ Overcome connectivity & affordability barriers.☑️ Address gender norms .☑️ Tailor digital literacy programs to women. Learn more in this report: ➡️ .