Sound macroeconomic policy, responsive governance, a favorable business climate, and the openness and accountability of institutions also affect outcomes for women (and men), but they mostly operate beyond the influence of this Action Plan. Even so, the Plan can address some aspects of the enabling environment for working women—such as the ability of women’s organizations to reach a scale and sophistication where they are capable of articulating and advocating policies to promote women’s economic empowerment. For example, targeted support to women’s business and advocacy groups can improve the enabling environment for working women by influencing trade policy and regulations, as.
