To commemorate its founding 25 years ago, PS is republishing a selection of commentaries written since 1994. In the following commentary, Christine Lagarde argued that progress on increasing women’s access to labor markets – not just to high-powered positions – has stalled.
WASHINGTON, DC – In many countries, public debate about gender equality focuses mainly on women’s access to top positions and high-powered career opportunities. But the “glass ceiling” is only a small part of the issue. The broader question is whether women have the same opportunities as men to participate in labor markets in the first place. In other words, are women empowered to contribute fully to global economic growth and prosperity?
WASHINGTON, DC – In many countries, public debate about gender equality focuses mainly on women’s access to top positions and high-powered career opportunities. But the “glass ceiling” is only a small part of the issue. The broader question is whether women have the same opportunities as men to participate in labor markets in the first place. In other words, are women empowered to contribute fully to global economic growth and prosperity?