30 April 2020 | Fact Sheet

Investing in Women Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning from Phase 1

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Summary

This fact sheet provides an overview of the progress and achievements of the Investing in Women initiative from 2016 to 2019.It summarises Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) activities conducted to build evidence on workplace gender equality, track progress, and inform decision-making. Key achievements include the establishment of Business Coalitions, increased investment in women-owned SMEs through gender lens investing, support for policy reforms promoting women’s economic participation, and innovative advocacy campaigns challenging restrictive gender norms. The document underscores the importance of these efforts and lessons learned for future initiatives.

Highlights

Business Partnerships: Supported the creation of Business Coalitions (BCs) for workplace gender equality in target countries, leading to positive changes in organisational practices and increased awareness of gender equality.
Impact Investing: Leveraged private capital for women-owned SMEs through innovative gender lens investing, resulting in significant financial and social returns.
Government Partnerships: Provided technical advice and support for policy reforms in Vietnam and the Philippines, promoting gender-sensitive labour laws and economic policies.
Advocacy and Communication: Implemented successful advocacy campaigns that reached millions, raising awareness and promoting positive changes in gender norms across Southeast Asia.