February 19, 2016
According to the Pew Charitable trusts, in the past year approximately 60% of Americans experienced a financial shock.
Economic Empowerment
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation publishes content on economic empowerment and related issues. Find and access current and archived items in our database.
February 12, 2016
A recent event in Mexico City highlighted workforce development strategies and how to increase top women in the workforce.
February 4, 2016
The Walt Disney Company is recognized as a global leader in corporate citizenship efforts through innovative programs that address cross-cutting issues.
January 18, 2016
Worldwide, 2.5 billion people lack access to financial services such as banking, ATMs, or credit cards, making it difficult for them to make payments or transfer money.
January 6, 2016
Capital One is focused on giving Americans a “Future Edge” by empowering them to succeed in a digitally driven economy and helping them develop the skills for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
November 17, 2015
JPMorgan Chase & Co. leads in the area of economic empowerment when it comes to supporting small businesses across the nation.
International Women's Day Forum 2016
On March 7 and 8, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center and United Nations Office for Partnerships hosted the 6th Annual International Women’s Day Forum. The event convened public and private sector leaders to explore inclusive solutions that create opportunities for women and girls around the world.
November 2, 2015
An alarming 2 billion people around the world still lack access to modern financial services. While the finance gap is most acute in the developing world, communities and businesses across the United States also lack adequate access to finance or have limited financial literacy skills.
November 4, 2015
Salons as a global economic force
October 28, 2015
An alarming 2 billion people around the world still lack access to modern financial services. While the finance gap is most acute in the developing world, communities and businesses across the United States also lack adequate access to finance or have limited financial literacy skills.