From Advocacy to Action: Mobilizing Male Allies in Gender-Lens Investing

This session will explore the crucial role that men can play in fostering gender equity, shifting power dynamics, and breaking down systemic barriers that prevent women from accessing funding. Featuring impact investors, philanthropists, and advocates, the conversation will highlight actionable strategies for male allies—from rethinking investment criteria to championing women in boardrooms and deal flows. Attendees will leave with insights, tools, and real-world examples of how male allyship can drive meaningful change and accelerate a more inclusive and just global economy.