The report “Caring Societies, Inclusive, and Green Economies in Asia and the Pacific. Unveiling Data to Advance Women’s Economic Empowerment Beyond GDP” explores the profound intersections between the economic empowerment of women, care economies, and sustainable development. It offers compelling data and insights into the systemic inequalities that perpetuate women’s economic exclusion and highlights the transformative potential of investing in care systems to create equitable and inclusive economies.
As the Asia-Pacific region confronts multiple crises such as economic inequality, climate change, and a digital gender divide, the report calls for reorienting economic models to prioritize care and gender-responsive solutions. Additionally, it stresses the urgent need for gender-responsive climate action to address the negative effects of environmental challenges on women and girls.
The report supports the Beyond GDP initiative, which aims to include metrics on well-being and environmental sustainability in measuring progress. By addressing the limitations of traditional economic measures like GDP from a gender lens, it advocates for a more inclusive approach that acknowledges the value of care work and women’s financial inclusion and decision-making in climate action. By reimagining economic models and placing women’s economic empowerment at the forefront, this publication serves as a resource for shaping future initiatives focused on creating caring, inclusive, and green economies that ensure no one is left behind.
Authors: Cecilia Tinonin, Camilla Mattaliano Belforti, Katja Freiwald
Source: UN Women
