Across South America, women are not just entering existing markets; they are transforming them. From Cartagena’s micro-enterprises to Indigenous-led bio-economies deep in the Amazon, women are reshaping value chains, governance models, and ownership structures. Their work insists that economic growth must serve not only profit but also social and ecological well-being. This evolution, often described as the rise of a feminine economy, is not merely about increasing women’s participation in capitalism but about reimagining how economies function at their very core. Rethinking Economic Power The term feminine economy does not imply that women are inherently different economic actors. Instead, it acknowledges how women’s historic exclusion from formal power has inspired alternative approaches to wealth creation and distribution. In South America, where Indigenous traditions of reciprocity and solidarity intersect with contemporary feminist movements, women are pioneering models that challenge the extractive and hierarchical nature of traditional capitalism. Scholars and activists such…

Imagine a battlefield not of swords and shields, but of spreadsheets and strategy sessions. A modern arena where decisions flow across continents, shaping economies, innovations, and lives. Here, the warriors aren’t mythical Amazons charging with bows drawn; they’re real women, clad in power suits and armed with intellect, resilience and unyielding vision. They are storming the corporate boardrooms, spaces once inaccessible to women and claiming their seats at the table. But this isn’t just a tale of conquest; it’s a revolution that is transforming the world of business, one bold decision at a time. Here’s the thrill: these “Amazons on Board” aren’t distant legends; they are relatable trailblazers whose stories echo the ambitions, struggles, and triumphs of women everywhere, from the ambitious professional juggling family and career to the entrepreneur dreaming big in a small town. …

“I am honoured to step into this role at this pivotal time,” Clara B. Arthur said with the quiet confidence of a woman who knows exactly what it means to walk back into a room she once helped build. “It is more of a return for me, and I look forward to working alongside this talented team to continue the legacy of GhIPSS.” Her words are not just about a new position, they are a reflection of the growing chorus of women who are shattering glass ceilings, rewriting the rules, and reshaping leadership in industries that were once seen as a man’s domain. The world of finance and technology, with its complex algorithms, high-stakes decision-making, and fast-paced innovation, has long been one of those arenas. Yet, leaders like Clara are proving that skill, vision, and grit have no gender. From September 1, 2025, Arthur will take the helm of the…

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has said that women must help one another to achieve the desired emancipation of women in all ramifications.