1、Index scores improve but progress is under threatA critical moment for A critical moment for women in financewomen in financeAt Franklin Templeton,we believe that having a more diverse,inclusive,and equitable firm will deliver better outcomes for our clients,employees,and shareholders.We empower dif

2、ferent perspectives at every level and sustain an inclusive culture to innovate and drive firm growth.Through collaboration with leading organisations and our peers,we champion social equality with a shared goal to foster a more inclusive investment industry.Different perspectives.More innovation.Be

3、tter outcomes.“Increasing female representation in the financial industry demonstrates one obvious and natural step we all must take to increase growth and also to better service females,the gender majority of our planet.”Regina Curry,Chief Diversity Officer 2024 Franklin Templeton.All rights reserv

4、ed.Empowering diverse perspectivesOMFIF.ORG3CONTENTS1222323850445 FOREWORDProgress on the precipice7 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Critical moment8KEY FINDINGS12 Chapter 1CENTRAL BANKSInflection point22 Chapter 2 COMMERCIAL BANKSReinforcing the pipeline32 Chapter 3 PENSION FUNDSA pause in progress38 Chapter 4 S

5、OVEREIGN FUNDSEmerging markets make their mark 44 Chapter 5 TYPES OF ROLESHidden barriers50Chapter 6 DATABANKIncremental improvements58 METHODOLOGYData and data collectionUSD$115 million invested98 policy andregulatory bodiespartnered 86 million womenreachedwww.womensworldbanking.orgOur impact:We ar

6、e dedicated to serve the 1 billion womenexcluded from the formal financial system.We partner with financial institutions andpolicymakers to design and develop solutions andprograms that unlock business and economic growthfor all by addressing systemic barriers and marketfailures.We develop research