Breaking barriers: Women economists paving the way to inclusive growth
To mark International Women’s Day, IGC convenes four women economists to share their journey, challenges and opportunities for aspiring economists who will be shaping the economic discipline of tomorrow.
Rania Nasir
Head of Firms initiative, International Growth Centre
Anna Twum
Economist, World Bank
Twivwe Siwale
Head of Tax for Growth Initiative, International Growth Centre
Linda Yueh
Fellow in Economics, St Edmund Hall, Oxford University; Adjunct Professor of Economics, London Business School; Associate Fellow (US and the Americas Programme), Chatham HouseYou can also listen to the audio event recording here:
Women in economics have to overcome gender biases, lack of mentors and support networks, higher standards for recognition, and hostile work environments among other obstacles. In developing countries, these barriers are exacerbated by limited access to education and career opportunities, unencouraging attitudes, and pressures to provide support at home. They limit the potential of women economists and their ability to contribute to the growth and development of their countries. By missing the perspective and insight of women economists, research and policy too remain insufficient to push inclusive growth.
To mark International Women’s Day, IGC convenes four women economists to share their journey, challenges and opportunities for aspiring economists who will be shaping the economic discipline of tomorrow. The panellists explore measures to address these barriers and promote greater inclusivity and diversity in economics.