Webinar: Inclusive Finance in Turbulent Times

Year Published

2022

Contributing Organizations

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)

Toronto Centre

Type of Resource

Webinar or Podcast

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate Strategy & Capabilities

Topic 2

Climate Policies & Frameworks

Target Audience

Governments & Policymakers

Financial Services Providers

Education Providers / Think Tanks / NGOs

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This transcript from a 2022 Toronto Centre panel captures perspectives from global leaders on the COVID-19 pandemic’s economic, health, and gendered impacts, and the implications for inclusive finance and policymaking.

Why This Matters

The transcript offers insights to inform more inclusive and equitable financial systems, emphasizing gender, sustainability, and preparedness for future global shocks.

Key Insights

Underscores the pandemic’s disproportionate impact on women, low-income countries, and informal workers
Calls for gender-responsive fiscal and financial measures, such as tax relief, cash transfers, and targeted support for women-led enterprises
Describes the value of global cooperation, leadership, and equitable vaccine access
Highlights the role of sex-disaggregated data and digital tools in improving financial inclusion
Links pandemic response to climate risk, advocating for resilient, inclusive investment approaches

Secondary File Resources

Secondary Resource Link(s)

Video of Webinar: Inclusive Finance in Turbulent Times

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