ABSTRACT
Introduction A growing body of evidence shows that gender inequalities can make the process of development less inclusive by weakening the ability of household members to care for each other or to engage in productive activities. For example, gender discrepancies in education can make the labor force less effective, undermining the economy’s growth potential. At the same time, structural changes that accompany the development process – as a result of technological change, international competition, or policy liberalization – can substantially alter the constraints that women and men face when they approach new economic opportunities. The extent to which these forces lead to greater gender parity or greater divisions will influence the extent of inclusiveness of future growth.
