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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 to the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), 62% of new […]

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 panel discussion supported by Investing in Women challenged these views by interrogating […]

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 Vietnamese Women’s Museum until 11 November, the art exhibit features 10 contemporary artworks by prominent […]

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. However, there is still a lack of awareness on how investing in women-led enterprises […]

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 their teams can lead to innovative campaigns that promote broader gender equality? The Internet and Mobile Marketing […]

Indonesia is one of the largest markets in Asia with an economy growing at about 5% per year. Fifty percent of entrepreneurs in the country are women, but only 10-20% get access to funding. Apart from driving positive change, studies have shown that investing in women SMEs can be a profitable activity. Statistically, investments in […]