The Buenos Aires Art Factory will be the scene of the fifth edition of the GLI LATAM Foruma pioneering event in Latin America dedicated to investment with a gender focus, which will take place between June 4 and 6, 2024. Organized by Pro Womanthis edition promises to become, once again, a crucial platform for learning, the exchange of ideas and the creation of innovative solutions aimed at promoting gender equality and economic development in the region.
The main objective of GLI LATAM Forum 2024 will be to promote, once again, the Investment with a Gender Approach (GLI), a mechanism that seeks to create more equitable and prosperous economies, which is based on the premise that investing in women and in companies that promote diversity is not only an ethical decision, but also a strategy that can generate significant economic returns.
Pro Womanthe organization behind the GLI LATAM Forumhas more than 34 years of experience in promoting gender equality in Latin America. Founded with the mission of supporting low-income women, offering them access to financing, training and health services, it has developed a comprehensive model that provides access to financing, training and health services.
With more than 1,200 people signed up to attend the event in Buenos Aires, this edition has a broad and diverse program, designed to provide participants with an enriching and multifaceted experience. Since its creation, Pro Woman has worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions of women in Latin America and the GLI LATAM Forum has managed to positively impact thousands of lives, as it offers tools and resources that allow women to become agents of change in their communities.
It is that the impact of Pro Woman It is evident not only in the numbers, but also in the success stories of women who have transformed their lives thanks to the support received, since they have improved both their own living conditions and their communities, generating a multiplier effect.
“The first day of the forum will be dedicated to learning about the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, with workshops and tours guided by entrepreneurial women, who will offer free training in financial education, while women supported by Pro Mujer will exhibit their products and share their entrepreneurial experiences.
With an interview with Carmen CorreaCEO of Pro Womanthe GLI LATAM 2024 Forum will begin. This talk will analyze the impact of achieving synergies to enhance investment with a gender focus, an ideal and motivating opening for the three days in which the meeting extends.
Then there will be plenary meetings, in which all attendees will be able to listen to presentations and panels on fundamental topics, in which a comprehensive vision of key issues will be provided. Meanwhile, the so-called “Voices of Impact” will highlight inspiring stories and case studies presented by leaders and experts. While in the “Learning Circles” the exchange of knowledge will be facilitated in small groups, where participants will be able to discuss specific topics, share experiences and learn collaboratively, in an environment of debate and collective understanding.
On June 5, after the interview with Belt As a starting point, an agenda full of information and inspiring ideas will be presented, among which the following stand out: “Closing gender gaps in health through innovation”in which leading organizations and experts will discuss how innovation can improve access to health and reduce gender disparities. In addition, the importance of investing in women’s health, gender disparities in access to medical care, research and development of treatments will be highlighted, with a look at innovative and practical solutions for this issue. It will have representatives from Pro Womanas well as references from the pharma industry.
Another of the featured talks is the one referring to the care economy, which will be addressed by a panel with the participation of UN Women and CIPPEC. This meeting will explore how this activity drives the world and its impact on socioeconomic development. It will also be presentedSilver Economy”, a learning circle in which the challenges and opportunities of professionals regarding the older adult population will be addressed from a gender and inclusion perspective, with speakers from IDB Invest and of Silver Economy Forum.
In the plenaryArtificial Intelligence: elements for inclusive innovation” will examine the role of AI in creating inclusive solutions, address challenges and opportunities that this technology presents to benefit diverse groups, and analyze success stories and strategies for its equitable implementation.
Later in the afternoon, it will be the turn of “Investing with Purpose: financing gender equality”, which will allow us to analyze how investments with a gender focus can close gaps in different sectors, from education to entrepreneurship.
Meanwhile, on Thursday the 6th, the plenary session will take place as its starting point. “More women making decisions”where they will participate Isela ConstantiniCEO of GST Financial Group; Wanda WeigertExecutive Director of Globant; Silvia TenazinhaGeneral Director of Salesforce; and Carmen CorreaCEO of Pro Woman. Panel will evaluate how to increase female representation in decision-making positionsboth in public and private sectors, in addition to analyzing the current barriers and the necessary strategies to promote female leadership.
“Building inclusive workspaces” is another of the featured panels of the event, which will be attended by Mariana IberoSponsor Human Capital of Farmacity; Valeria CavalloDirector of Infobae; Samantha Gross, Human Resources Manager for Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia at General Motors; and Sofia StefanelliCo-founder of First Purpose Advisory. Moderation will be carried out by Andrea GrobocopatelPresident of Flower Foundation. This meeting will address how organizations can create work environments that promote inclusion and gender equality, as well as policies and practices that ensure that all employees feel valued and supported.
on the panel “Breaking the digital divide: technology as a tool for equality”, the role of technology in empowering women and closing digital gaps will be explored, in addition to the presentation of initiatives and projects that use these strategies to improve access to education and job opportunities. They will be from the game Samantha HennesseyLocal Social Responsibility lead of Google.org Americas; Laura ReynaPublic Policy Manager Latam of TikTok; Guadalupe MarinSustainability Director for Latin America Free market; among others.
Climate change will also be present at the plenary session “Climate Action with a Gender Approach: Towards a Sustainable Future”, which will examine how women are disproportionately affected by this phenomenon and how they can be key agents in the search for sustainable solutions. Strategies to integrate a gender approach into climate policies and actions are discussed, presenting case studies and best practices. Meanwhile in “Destroying stereotypes associated with disability”, will address how people with disabilities have managed to cross barriers to promote accessible and inclusive spaces. It will have the participation of Silvia CarranzaPresident of CILSA; Iñaki RegueiroPrincipal Executive of the Inclusion Coordination of CAF; and Analia HobanCo-founder of TRAMA. Maria Liliana MorDirector of Strategic Alliances and Development Pro Womanwill be the moderator.
Previous editions of GLI LATAM Forum They have left a significant mark on the participants and the region. Last year, the forum was held in Medellin Colombia, with the attendance of more than 550 people from 24 countries. The 2022 edition took place in Antigua, Guatemalaand had the special participation of the Nobel Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Menchú Tum.
These meetings have been effective platforms for learning, exchanging ideas and creating networks, providing participants with the opportunity to be inspired by successful examples and connect with investors to promote their projects, since the GLI LATAM Forum seeks to highlight this connection between gender equality and economic development, in a space to discuss and promote policies and strategies that favor diversity and inclusion in the business environment.
Diversity and inclusion are critical to innovation and economic growth. Companies that adopt these policies not only create more fair and equitable work environments, but are also better positioned to compete in a global marketplace. He GLI LATAM Forum 2024with its focus on gender-responsive investing, promises to be a transformative event that will not only celebrate the achievements made, but also open up new opportunities to move towards a more equitable and prosperous society.
In its efforts to promote gender equality, Pro Woman has implemented various initiatives to ensure that women have access to health and well-being, financial inclusion and training opportunities. These strategic areas are fundamental for the comprehensive development of women and for the construction of more just and equitable economies.
The impact of Pro Woman It is evident not only in the numbers, but in the success stories of women who have transformed their lives thanks to the support received. These women have not only improved their own living conditions, but have also contributed to the development of their communities, generating a multiplier effect.
