Global Women's Support: Development and Economic Equality
This bill aims to permanently establish the Office of Global Women's Issues and the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative. This means the U.S. government will actively support equal opportunities and economic development for women worldwide, potentially improving living conditions and women's rights in many countries. The initiative will focus on increasing women's access to education, entrepreneurship, and labor markets, as well as removing legal economic barriers.
Key points
Establishment of a permanent office within the U.S. Department of State to advise on women's and girls' equality in foreign policy.
Supporting women in securing employment through improved access to vocational education and skills training.
Promoting women's entrepreneurship by facilitating access to capital, financial services, and mentorship.
Removing legal and practical barriers that limit women's full participation in the economy, such as unequal access to courts, credit, or property.
Prohibition of using funds to lobby for or promote abortion in other countries, with exceptions for treating injuries or illnesses caused by abortion.
Allocating $200 million annually for these activities from 2022 to 2026, with a requirement for regular reporting on expenditures and progress.
Status:
Expired
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