In Focus
Meet the women who are bucking trends in the economy
Published: June 30, 2023World over, structural barriers hold women back from fully contributing to the economy. Whether in one of the world's fastest growing economies in India, or as migrants in Colombia seeking a new life, women face challenges convincing investors to back them up.
As the climate crisis disproportionately affects women, the need for female entrepreneurs is even more urgent.
From the waters of the Philippines where seaweed farmers are tackling typhoons and rising ocean temperatures, to the corporate boardrooms of Africa, we profile women who are bucking the trend.
Featured
Latest
More In Focus
USAID freeze: Millions in need and global aid system in turmoil
Updated: April 28, 2025
Abortion restrictions around the world
Updated: April 23, 2025
Five years on from pandemic, what is COVID's legacy?
Updated: March 11, 2025
New to Context? Check out some of our best work
Updated: March 11, 2025