Issue 31 FROM INCLUSON TO IMPACT: DRIVING SUSTAINABLE CHANGE THROUGH GENDER RESPONSIVE MARKETPLACE
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Message from Editor in Chief
The concept of gender-responsive marketplaces goes beyond merely integrating women into the business environment; it involves rethinking and reshaping market systems to ensure that both women and men can participate equally and benefit equitably. This transformative approach not only champions inclusion but also leverages it to foster economic growth, innovation, and sustainable development. A gender-responsive marketplace actively identifies and addresses gender-based disparities. It recognizes the unique challenges women face ranging from limited access to resources and financing to systemic biases in business environments and policies. By addressing these issues, businesses and economies can unlock a wealth of untapped potential, driving growth and innovation that is both inclusive and impactful. Governments and institutions need to enact and enforce policies that eliminate barriers to women’s participation in the economy and actively promote gender equality.