U.S. and India Unite for Women's Economic Empowerment

The United States is rolling out a comprehensive plan to tackle gender inequalities and boost women's entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in the U.S., India, and globally. USAID hosted the first 'Gender Equity Evidence Conclave' in India to discuss findings and promote collaborative initiatives.

The United States is initiating a far-reaching plan to combat gender inequalities and enhance women's entrepreneurship and economic empowerment both domestically and internationally, a senior American diplomat revealed on Tuesday.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) spearheaded its inaugural 'Gender Equity Evidence Conclave' in India today, showcasing findings from an extensive gender scoping study in collaboration with Oxford Policy Management, according to the U.S. Embassy.

The study reviewed the state of women’s economic empowerment and gender equality in India, focusing on access to resources, power dynamics, and the broader enabling environment.