2.1 This project seeks to advance women's political empowerment and gender equality by increasing women's opportunity to access and participate effectively in decision-making positions. Specific objectives include: Generating awareness of women's political under-representation and the strategies that have contributed to expanding women's leadership opportunities in the region. Building critical knowledge and creating analytical tools to assess obstacles and design successful interventions addressing women's paths to political power, their presence in public office and voice in decision-making. Creating spaces for indigenous women to push forth their agenda, exchange experiences and support Bank efforts to promote indigenous participation in its projects and programs.
Project Detail
Country
Regional
Project Number
RG-T1540
Approval Date
May 30, 2008
Project Status
Closed
Project Type
Technical Cooperation
Sector
SOCIAL INVESTMENT
Subsector
GENDER EQUALITY & WOMENS EMPOWERMENT
Lending Instrument
-
Lending Instrument Code
-
Modality
-
Facility Type
-
Environmental and Social Impact Category (ESIC)
-
Total Cost
USD 150,000.00
Country Counterpart Financing
USD 0.00
Original Amount Approved
USD 150,000.00