The Role of Blended Finance in Catalyzing Women's Economic Power in the LAC Region

Описание: To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Convergence hosted the first ever Global Blended Finance Forum in Washington, DC from November 3-5, 2025.

This panel explored how blended finance can be used as a tool to advance women’s economic empowerment, with a specific focus on Latin America and the Caribbean. It examined how gender-smart investments can be scaled to address structural barriers and create inclusive economic opportunities for women.

Featured speakers:
Carmen Correa, Pro Mujer
Jessica Villanueva, WWF International
Stephanie Emond, FinDev Canada

Convergence is the global network for blended finance. We generate blended finance data, intelligence, and deal flow to increase private sector investment in developing countries.