By marginalising women, we deny ourselves the opportunity to lift millions of men, women and children out of poverty. These behaviours are learned and shaped by the gender norms in a society. Unfortunately, in many countries, gender norms create disadvantages for women. Change is needed on many levels, and both men and women must be involved for it to happen. When development organisations, policies and communities, support the success of women, we have a chance to reduce extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity for girls and boys, women and men around the world.

Source: The Star July 05, 2021 18:56 UTC