Violence against women and girls is one of the most pervasive human rights violations worldwide. It has enormous costs for the health, safety, and well-being of women and girls, families, communities, and societies. Given the alarming global prevalence and negative consequences of gender-based violence, preventing it before it starts is essential. 

In an era where financial decisions significantly impact our world, gender financing is an essential approach to promote a balanced, inclusive, and prosperous future. This website is your one-stop destination for the latest insights and tools on financing for gender equality, designed to guide you through the evolving landscape of sustainable finance and responsible investing.

Understanding the relationship between markets, regulations, and sustainable finance is vital for promoting gender equality and sustainable development. Financial markets drive economic activity, while regulations provide the framework for governing market behaviour. By aligning market incentives with sustainability goals and integrating gender considerations into regulatory frameworks, stakeholders can leverage finance to drive positive social and environmental impact. 

Thematic bonds are special loans that allow investors to finance important causes like combatting climate change, improving healthcare, tackling food poverty, promoting education, and making financial services accessible to more people. These bonds are designed to focus on specific goals, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and they help direct money where it is needed most.