Gender Equality as Smart EconomicsThe World Bank GroupInternational Finance Corporation

Women in the 21st century

posted 2/1/2010 - 0 Comments | Share Post

In an intriguing new series of articles, columns and multimedia reports entitled The Female Factor: A Seat at the Table, the International Herald Tribune is exploring women's place in the 21st century around the world. This January, articles have focused on the effects of Norway's legislation mandating a 40% quote of women on boards of companies, U.S. military efforts to empower Afghan businesswomen, or the dearth of women on Wall Street. Yet another article examines the growing power of female bankers in India, showing how a supportive industry environment has led to a wealth of women in management.

You can read them all here.

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