Goal 05 Gender Equality

UNCTAD’s 8th Women in Business Awards honoured successful entrepreneurs from developing countries who are driving positive change for people and the planet.

An UNCTAD-Thailand partnership empowers women researchers and entrepreneurs in developing countries to spearhead efforts towards greener, more inclusive economies.

New analysis fills data gaps, helping countries know how much they need to spend – and how best to allocate financial resources.

UNCTAD has published new guidelines to collect data to help policymakers tackle gender inequalities in trade.

The two women entrepreneurs will add to UNCTAD’s efforts to raise visibility for women e-traders at the policy table and shape a more gender-inclusive digital space.

On Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day marked on 27 June, UNCTAD renews calls for a level playing field to help tackle the challenges facing women and youth entrepreneurs in emerging markets.

Experts examine the challenges to overcome to level the digital trade playing field for women in developing countries and boost gender equality.

The UN Trade Forum 2023 will highlight how developing countries can use trade to tackle global challenges including protecting the ocean, reducing digital and gender inequalities, and building more resilient economies.

The two organizations will train women researchers and entrepreneurs on how to harness the power of science, technology and innovation to drive more sustainable and inclusive growth.

UNCTAD training inspires a nationwide project across key Peruvian ports, boosting progress towards sustainability, gender equality and economic development.