March 10, 2017
[Editor’s Note: Katja Iversen is the President and CEO of Women Deliver, a leading global advocate for investment in the health, rights and wellbeing of girls and women.
Women
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation works to promote and empower women business leaders to achieve their personal and professional goals by increasing opportunities for women to serve on corporate boards and in the C-suite; mentoring women at all stages of their careers; and building a network for women entrepreneurs to encourage peer-to-peer networking, education, and professional growth.
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U.S.-India Symposium: Making Economies Work for Women and Youth
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and U.S.-India Business Council convened on April 14 to discuss best practices in promoting local economic empowerment, and identify and address barriers to entrepreneurship for women and youth. Participants had the opportunity to engage with stakeholders from the Indian private sector, government and NGOs, and more.
February 22, 2017
A recent blog post on the U.S.
February 22, 2017
We connected with Aimee Sprung, Civic Engagement Manager for Microsoft's Technology & Civic Engagement Team in Boston, MA, to discuss Microsoft's programs that are helping expand access to STEAM education for women and girls. The Technology & Civic Engagement team brings Microsoft’s best
January 30, 2017
Achieving gender equality is essential as a matter of justice and human rights — and it also unleashes a range of positive economic and development outcomes.
Women’s Economic Empowerment and Equality Workshop – South and Southeast Asia
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is partnering with USAID and FHI 360 to co-host a workshop in Bangkok Thailand on December 8-9, 2016 to promote women’s economic empowerment in the South and Southeast Asia region.
Economic Opportunity and Empowerment
The Foundation’s Corporate Citizenship Center works to:
- Equip businesses with resources and tools to achieve their social and philanthropic goals in communities;
- Convene stakeholders to advance innovative solutions around economic empowerment, health, sustainability and more;
- Provide opportunities for businesses to communicate their positive impacts that address global challenges.
May 11, 2016
Nomination season for the 2016 Citizens Awards is open!