……if female employment rates were to match male rates in the United States, overall GDP would rise by 5%. In Japan, such initiatives could increase GDP by 9%. In developing economies, the effect soars into the double digits.
At the end of the day, we’re all searching for a path to global economic recovery. Political and corporate leaders must recognize that women are the solution. Rather than wringing their hands over the issues, why not implement actions that enable women to achieve their power and potential in the marketplace?
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