We need a revolution. Women’s representation is a critical value-add and is vital to our progress in solving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Research shows that when women engage in shaping policies and institutions, communities have greater access to health, education, and sustainable water services. Yet, despite this success and the critical role women play in designing and executing successful systemic change solutions, they remain largely undermined, underfunded, and underrepresented in key roles and negotiations.
Capitalism will not evolve and become a force for good if our mindset and approach does not change. And that starts with seeing more diverse women in leadership and the boardroom—driving decisions on the future of philanthropy, capital markets, and our society, and determining how billions in capital will be used to tangibly move the needle against some of the greatest issues of our time such as inequality, and the global water and climate crisis.
This session was curated in partnership with WaterEquity.