by Carl Ocab | Dec 9, 2022
The Philippines boasts a thriving sector for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with women playing a significant role. About 60% of SMEs in the country are led or owned by women, fostering a dynamic landscape for gender lens investing in the country. According...
by Carl Ocab | Nov 17, 2022
Work-from-home arrangements almost became the new normal during COVID-19. But as companies transition back to working onsite, the option for remote work again tends to be seen to cater primarily to women, who are traditionally tasked to care for the family. A recent...
by Carl Ocab | Nov 11, 2022
On October 24, the Australian Embassy Vietnam and CARE International in Vietnam launched an art exhibit highlighting the multiple burdens on women and prompting conversations on equal sharing of caring and economic roles across genders within households. Housed at the...
by Carl Ocab | Oct 13, 2022
About 60% of SMEs in the Philippines are women-owned or led, creating a great ecosystem for gender lens investing in the country. The Philippines is also a signatory of many international conventions on gender equality that enables a positive policy environment....
by Carl Ocab | Oct 4, 2022
There is growing interest globally in how marketing and advertising campaigns can challenge gender stereotypes and normalise gender equality. Most conversations tend to focus on the creative output, but should creative firms also look into how gender equality within...