By Sofia Amaral Transportation systems affect women’s daily lives and likely explain part of the observed gender gaps in economic opportunities in South Asia. The ability to conduct activities outside
By Amna Javed The South Asia Region (SAR) Gender Innovation Lab is currently undertaking a review of causal literature analyzing interventions directly or indirectly affecting women’s labor market, income, and
By Zuha Moin Organizations throughout the South Asia region have pioneered innovative skills training programs addressing women’s participation in labor markets. A recent systematic review of skills interventions in South
By Amna Javed Increasing women's participation in the labor market can drive economic growth through income generation, entrepreneurship, job creation, and productivity. However, as of 2019, South Asia had
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Stepping Out and Stepping Up: Transport and Women’s Economic Empowerment in South Asia
By Sofia Amaral Transportation systems affect women’s daily lives and likely explain part of the observed gender gaps in economic opportunities in South Asia. The ability to conduct activities outside
Can Skills and Training Programs Improve Empowerment Outcomes for Women in South Asia?
By Amna Javed The South Asia Region (SAR) Gender Innovation Lab is currently undertaking a review of causal literature analyzing interventions directly or indirectly affecting women’s labor market, income, and
Skills & Training Best Practices: Pratham and BRAC
By Zuha Moin Organizations throughout the South Asia region have pioneered innovative skills training programs addressing women’s participation in labor markets. A recent systematic review of skills interventions in South
Can Skills and Training Interventions Improve Labor Market Outcomes for Women in South Asia?
By Amna Javed Increasing women's participation in the labor market can drive economic growth through income generation, entrepreneurship, job creation, and productivity. However, as of 2019, South Asia had