the contrary, men living farther away from urban and maquila jobs are more likely to work. However, women living in … than comparable men's skills. Through concentration into this sector, women living in geographic isolation obtain worse …. The main results of this study indicate that the degree of geographic isolation does not discourage men from working; on …

The second issue of "Investing in Women" underscores the Inter-American Development Bank's commitment to enhancing the … contributions of women to development and ensuring their equitable participation in Bank-funded programs. The projects showcased in … this brochure highlight the importance of reducing the obstacles faced by women and emphasize the roles they play as agents …

This paper analyzes the impact of the Strengthening Women Entrepreneurship in Peru (SWEP) program. SWEP trained female … expenditures, or women's empowerment in the household. Qualitative information suggests that micro entrepreneurs were satisfied …

Violence has a striking gender pattern. Men are more likely to be attacked by a stranger, while women experience … violence mostly from their partners. This paper estimates the costs of violence against women in terms of intangible outcomes …, such as women's reproductive health, labor supply, and the welfare of their children. The study uses a sample of nearly 83 …