Empowering women to participate fully in economic life across
all sectors is essential to build stronger economies, achieve
internationally agreed goals for development and sustainability,
and improve the quality of life for women, men, families and
communities. The private sector is a key partner in efforts to
advance gender equality and empower women. Current research
demonstrating that gender diversity helps business perform
better signals that self-interest and common interest can come
together. Yet, ensuring the inclusion of women’s talents, skills
and energies — from executive offices to the factory floor and
the supply chain — requires intentional actions and deliberate
policies. The Women's Empowerment Principles offer practical
guidance to business and the private sector on how to empower
women in the workplace, marketplace and community. Developed
through a partnership between UN Women and the United Nations
Global Compact, the Principles are designed to support companies
in reviewing existing polic