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Measurement of women’s economic empowerment

This resource examines gaps in current and historic measurement of women’s economic empowerment (WEE) and identifies core indicators, principles and recommendations for effective and consistent measurement. It explains how to choose measurement criteria depending on the context and project type, and looks at women’s control and access to work and assets.

The resource analyses international best practice in measuring women’s economic empowerment and provides practical recommendations on how to conduct measurement effectively and consistently.

Date of publication
Publisher
Work and Opportunities for Women Helpdesk
Population
Women and girls
Sector
Employment
Gender equality
Trade and global value chains
Type of resource
Guidance document
Funding
FCDO-funded resource by partner
Length
Long (20 pages+)
Geographical focus
Global
Language
English