Women's Economic Potential Could Offset Global Growth Decline

As labor forces become older and participation rates decline, closing the gender gap could be the key to future economic prosperity

March 3, 2025

As the world faces declining labor force participation and an aging population, closing the gender gap in global workforce participation — which could boost global GDP by 20%+ — emerges as a critical solution for both economic growth and equality.

Closing the gender gap in workforce participation could be key to future economic prosperity.
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