Resources

Read about USAID’s Engendering Industries program results, which increase economic opportunities for women in traditionally male-dominated sectors, including the energy; water; infrastructure; and information and communications technology sectors.

The Gender Equity and Equality Action (GEEA) Fund advances women’s economic security by increasing access to resources, services, and opportunities and addressing barriers that limit women's and girls' full participation in the economy. 

Access the full text of the Executive Order on Preventing and Combating Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity or Sexual Orientation from January 20, 2021.

Read these series of technical briefs to learn about USAID's Water for the World initiatives to increase access to sustainable water and sanitation services, promote key hygiene behaviors, and enhance the effective management of water resources in developing countries.

Review USAID’s Anti-Harassment policy which ensures the Agency takes immediate, effective measures to end harassment.

Review USAID's policy to prevent sexual exploitation and abuse and ensure people are able to access USAID-funded services and activities safely.

Review the policy that provides the vision for USAID’s work to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment around the world.

Read the Women's Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment Act of 2018, which requires that USAID strategies and policies be shaped by gender analysis.

Read this policy that draws on the latest thinking and evidence in the field of economic development and provides a common frame of reference for USAID staff and programs around the world.

Read this policy outlining the primary purpose of USAID education programming: to achieve sustained, measurable improvements in learning outcomes and skills development.