Focus on impact: six new operations supported by Proparco qualify for the 2X Challenge

Congratulations to these organizations: TBC Bank, JSC Credo Bank, Ventures Platform V, Alive Early Growth Fund II, Blue Earth Capital, and EcoEnterprises Fund IV.

At the heart of its strategic “inequalities” pillar, these operations reflect Proparco’s conviction: empowering women is a key driver of sustainable development. They make a tangible contribution to strengthening women’s access to economic resources, professional opportunities, and decision-making spheres.

Access to finance: a key lever for economic empowerment

Access to financial services and capital remains a major challenge for women, particularly in emerging economies. By supporting committed financial institutions and investment funds, Proparco helps bridge this gap.

The financing provided to TBC Bank and JSC Credo Bank is helping expand women’s access to tailored financial services—an essential condition for their economic and decision-making autonomy. Having a bank account, accessing credit, or developing an income-generating activity are all key factors in strengthening their ability to act.

Entrepreneurship and leadership: transforming economic dynamics

Supporting women’s entrepreneurship and promoting women’s presence in decision-making bodies are powerful drivers of transformation. Through its investments in funds such as Ventures Platform, Alive Early Growth Fund II, Blue Earth Capital, and EcoEnterprises Fund IV, Proparco helps finance innovative companies where women play a key role as founders, leaders, and agents of change.

Greater representation of women in decision-making spheres fosters more inclusive and sustainable business models, while also improving the overall performance of organizations.

Employment and economic inclusion: an essential foundation

Access to decent work is a fundamental pillar of women’s empowerment. The projects supported by Proparco help create and improve economic opportunities for women, particularly in high-potential sectors such as technology, natural capital, and essential services.

Without income, there can be no sustainable economic autonomy. These investments therefore contribute to reducing structural inequalities and fostering more inclusive growth.

Preventing and addressing gender-based violence: a cross-cutting priority

The 2X Challenge incorporates the consideration of gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH), a key issue for Proparco. Such violence remains a major barrier to gender equality and to women’s economic participation.

Proparco encourages its clients to implement policies to prevent and address GBVH—an essential condition for creating safe, inclusive, and equitable work environments.

Tangible impacts for women

Beyond commitments, these projects deliver concrete results for women: increased access to finance, job creation, entrepreneurial opportunities, and stronger female leadership.