Why investing in women small and micro business owners will help the global economy recover

Oct 9, 2020

Julia Wanja, a hair stylist, carries bags of women's hair extensions to be recycled from the Dandora dumpsite, amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Eastlands Nairobi, Kenya July 29, 2020. Picture taken July 29, 2020. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya - RC2Y6I9BUWER

Here's how we can support women SMBs and build a more resilient and inclusive global economy. Image: REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya

Graham Macmillan

President, Visa Foundation

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