Scaling what works for women—through policy, partnerships, and national systems
Millions of women are navigating rising costs, climate shocks, and care responsibilities—without the financial tools to protect income, build resilience, or grow businesses.
700 million remain excluded from the formal financial system.
When financial systems work for women, they work better for economies.
Download the two-pager to see how governments and public funders are advancing inclusive financial systems—and where partnership accelerates progress.
Why This Matters
Inclusive finance is a policy and economic priority
- 38 countries lack national financial inclusion strategies—and few set targets for women
- Persistent gaps in access, usage, and outcomes limit economic participation
- Financial systems often lack the data and design needed to effectively serve women
For public funders and governments, the focus is shifting from access alone to: “How do we strengthen systems to deliver inclusive, sustainable growth?”
What You’ll See Inside
A practical view of how reform translates into results
- How policymakers, regulators, and financial institutions are working together to strengthen financial systems
- What women-centered financial solutions look like in implementation
- Examples of how this approach contributes to economic participation, resilience, and job creation
- How partnerships support national strategies, regulatory priorities, and market development
A Snapshot of Impact
Progress is already underway
Women’s World Banking has reached 118 million women in the past 8 years alone.
Across markets, this work is contributing to:
- Increased economic participation
- Stronger financial resilience at the household level
- Expanded opportunities for women-led businesses
What Partnership Delivers
Strengthening systems—not just expanding access
Partnerships with public funders support:
- Financial system reform that improves access, usage, and impact
- Scalable implementation across institutions and markets
- Evidence to inform policy and regulation
- Institutional capacity building across financial sectors
With more than 20 years of partnership experience, Women’s World Banking brings strong fiduciary oversight, adaptive risk management, and evidence-based learning to ensure effective use of public funds.
From policy intent to system-level impact
Advancing women’s financial inclusion requires systems that are designed to serve women at scale.
Download the two-pager above to see how this approach supports national priorities—and how partnership can accelerate results.
