Gender lens investing is an approach that directs capital toward companies advancing gender equity, aiming for both financial returns and positive social impact.

Key Components of Gender Lens Investing

• Diverse Leadership: Investing in companies with gender-diverse boards and executive teams.
• Equitable Workplace Practices: Supporting businesses with fair hiring, pay equity, and inclusive policies.
• Product/Service Impact: Backing companies that create products or services benefiting women and girls.
• Supply Chain Equity: Focusing on companies with gender-inclusive supply chains, including women-owned suppliers.
• Community Investment: Funding initiatives that improve women’s economic empowerment and community wellbeing.
• Risk and Opportunity Analysis: Assessing gender-related risks and opportunities that can impact financial performance.
• Measurement and Reporting: Using metrics to track gender impact alongside financial returns.