'Girl Effect' could help to lift global economy
Opinions14 April 2009
Professor Alyson Warhurst writes in BusinessWeek online on how educating and training the 600 million young women in developing countries could bring about a boost to the global economy.
She writes: "When a girl benefits, so does everyone in society, including business. Girls as economic actors can bring about change for themselves, their families, and their countries. Conversely, ignoring the girl effect can cost societies billions in lost potential."
Read the full article on Business Week online here.
She writes: "When a girl benefits, so does everyone in society, including business. Girls as economic actors can bring about change for themselves, their families, and their countries. Conversely, ignoring the girl effect can cost societies billions in lost potential."
Read the full article on Business Week online here.
Alyson Warhurst
Honorary Professor