Women Lead Urban Businesses in Colombia but Face Income Inequality
An analysis by Fundación WWB Colombia reveals that while women represent the majority of urban business leaders in Cali and nationally, they continue to operate under conditions of inequality and earn lower incomes.
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Women lead the majority of urban businesses in Cali and across Colombia, but a report by Fundación WWB Colombia shows they continue to earn less than male business owners.
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A study by the Analytics Unit of Fundación WWB Colombia shows that women lead the majority of urban businesses in Cali and across the country. Analyzing national household and business surveys, the report indicates that despite their leadership in numbers, female entrepreneurs continue to operate under conditions of inequality, earning consistently lower incomes than their male counterparts.
Why this matters
Understanding gender inequality in entrepreneurship helps policymakers and non-profits target support programs to close the income gap for female business owners.
Background
The study analyzed national survey data, including the Micronegotiations Survey and the Large Integrated Household Survey, to evaluate the status of small business owners in Colombia.
Key terms
- Fundación WWB Colombia
- An organization dedicated to supporting economic independence and gender equity through research and programs.
- Micronegotiations Survey
- A national survey analyzing micro-enterprises and small business activities in Colombia.
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- A study by the Analytics Unit of Fundación WWB Colombia shows that women lead the majority of urban businesses in Cali and across the country.
- Analyzing national household and business surveys, the report indicates that despite their leadership in numbers, female entrepreneurs continue to operate under conditions of inequality, earning consistently lower incomes than their male counterparts.
An analysis conducted by the Analytics Unit of Fundación WWB Colombia highlights a persistent gender disparity among urban entrepreneurs in Cali and across Colombia. The findings were derived from a review of the Micronegotiations Survey and the Large Integrated Household Survey.
The study indicates that women currently account for the majority of urban business leaders nationwide and within Cali. However, female business owners continue to launch and operate their ventures under conditions marked by persistent structural inequality.
Despite representing the majority of urban entrepreneurs, women-led micro-businesses generate lower average incomes compared to those managed by men. The research highlights the ongoing challenge of closing the earnings gap for women in the business sector.
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Women Lead Urban Businesses in Colombia but Face Income Inequality
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Colombia · Cali · Women Entrepreneurs · Gender Disparity · Economy
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