Women’s economic participation starts with mobility

Picture a woman in Karachi with a degree and a job offer. The workplace is several kilometres from her home, and getting there means walking to find transport, waiting for a bus or rickshaw and navigating a crowded commute. The journey may involve multiple connections, take considerable time and raise concerns about safety and convenience. She has to contend with these hassles twice a day, every working day. For many women, these challenges can become a barrier to accepting a job. Pakistan’s Lab

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