This report reviews CARE’s work to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) based on program evaluations carried from July 2011-June 2013. Some of CARE’s most successful programs were in sub-Saharan Africa, where staff worked in countries like Burundi and Uganda to address violence at home, to engage men and boys as champions of change and to mobilize community action against GBV. In fiscal year 2013, our programs tackling this abuse reached more than 1.1 million people.
Women (in VSLAs) Respond, an ongoing exercise conducted by CARE, listens to how women in Village Savings & Loan Associations (VSLAs) are affected by and responding to shocks and crises in their communities. Read More
As the global economy undergoes two major shifts—the AI revolution and the green transition—we are at a critical crossroads: these transitions hold the power to help bring about a more equitable economy, but today’s markets are failing women. If we fail to act now and reshape markets, we risk aggravating inequality for generations to come and missing out on trillions worth of global growth. This report highlights systemic barriers women face in today's economies, the cost of inequality, and the opportunities for investing in women to create a thriving future for all. Read More
Strive Women’s 2024 baseline research assessed participants' financial health, financial inclusion, and business performance. This brief highlights findings related to entrepreneurs' confidence, decision-making, and control within Strive Women’s Financial Health Framework. Read More