Women’s Empowerment
This startup helps the environment … and its workers
An innovative Panamanian startup supports women in business, provides jobs for paroled prisoners and helps to recycle organic waste.
Here’s one way women-owned startups find financing
In Denmark, the U.S. Embassy teamed up with a local organization to equip female entrepreneurs with the support they need to succeed.
U.S. and Israel strengthen economic and scientific ties
The 2019 U.S.-Israel Joint Economic Development Group meetings addressed women's empowerment and closer collaboration on artificial intelligence research.
Survivor turned advocate: Peruvian seeks justice for women
Arlette Contreras Bautista is leading a grassroots movement across Peru and the region against domestic violence and other injustices against women.
Pompeo recognizes ‘Ambassadors for the American way’
These four 2019 ACE winners show the benefits that American innovation and dynamism can bring to communities around the world.
Advancing gender equality in the Asia-Pacific
One of four companies to receive the 2019 Award for Corporate Excellence, P&G Asia Pacific creates an equal professional playing field for all genders.
Empowering women in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Is it possible for chocolate, coffee, and gold to be responsibly produced in a way that also empowers women? This business says, "Yes — watch us."
Backing women’s empowerment through ‘Warsaw Process’
Adviser to the President Ivanka Trump is urging an international working group to prioritize women's rights as part of efforts to improve Mideast security.
How the U.S. increases food security by helping female farmers
A U.S. government initiative continues to help countries increase agricultural production and nutrition, one community at a time.