In the 2016 series edition of Women, Business and the Law - the World Bank is highlighting continued plight faced by women in business. The collection of data reviews several indicators to determine if women face impeding measures against their reach for career success. Across the globe, a mountain of concern is noted. Many countries are enforcing laws that purposely ban women from taking the helm at the business wheel.
The Stats
In counties like Algeria, women cannot apply for a passport like males. Other countries like Qatar, Gabon, and Niger require women to ask for permission when considering going to work. In even more concerning aspects, women in Iraq, Yemen, Jordan, Sudan and more, cannot travel outside of the home alone without a male escort. The stats do not end there. In 173 economies, 155 have a law against women prohibiting them the same legal rights as males.
There is a spot of good news for women in Estonia, Hungary, the Netherlands, Peru, Spain and more - women have no legal differences when it comes to men.
The report which can be reviewed below, shows a clear barrier of opportunity against millions of women across the globe. This process of career and life decisions can affect the younger generation of females, crippling them to an environment of servitude, and forced conditioning in a male dominated home.
Women, Business and the Law 2016 Report
Women, Business and the Law is working tirelessly with elected officials and other government agencies to bring light to this pressing issue.
Millions of women face a lack of representation which can harm an economy from growing successfully. In America, women account for 43 percent of the decision-making in a household, per a 2008 Pew Research Center review. In 2011, the Wall Street Journal released a report on the impact of a woman’s influence in the economy. This has driven diversity measures and increased spending in the country.
While American women still face issues when it comes to advancement, the progression of even getting to a job is one avenue they are not prohibited from. Countries across the world are being encouraged to reform their laws to demonstrate a support system for women. A system that encourages women to find personal endeavors of success which enriches themselves, their family, and their community.
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