Executive Certificate in Women's Rights Advocacy through Finance
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm excited to have Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the Executive Certificate in Women's Rights Advocacy through Finance. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I've seen firsthand how financial empowerment can lead to greater gender equality. I wanted to equip professionals with the tools needed to drive real change. HOST: That's wonderful. Could you share any current industry trends that are particularly relevant to this course? GUEST: Certainly, there's a growing recognition of the need for diverse perspectives in financial decision-making. Our course emphasizes collaboration between advocates, financiers, and policymakers to foster innovation. HOST: Yes, that collaboration is key. Have you encountered any challenges in teaching or learning this subject matter? GUEST: Yes, sometimes people think finance and gender equality are unrelated. Breaking down these misconceptions and showing how they intersect has been an ongoing challenge. HOST: It's crucial to challenge those stereotypes. Looking forward, what do you see as the future of women's rights advocacy through finance? GUEST: I believe we'll see more financial institutions integrating gender equality into their core strategies, leading to systemic changes that benefit everyone. HOST: That's a powerful vision. Thank you so much, Dr. Smith, for sharing your insights and expertise with us today. GUEST: My pleasure, thank you for having me.
