Research and analysis

Work and Opportunities for Women (WOW) programme: Women’s economic empowerment in Ukraine

This is an evidence review on the main economic barriers and opportunities for women in Ukraine.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 15 May 2025

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Women's economic empowerment in Ukraine: key barriers and opportunities since Russia's full-scale invasion

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This report explores 2 questions:

1. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, what have been the main barriers and opportunities for women’s economic empowerment in Ukraine?

2. Drawing on evidence from Ukraine and other fragile and conflict-affected settings, what entry points could support women’s economic empowerment in the British Embassy in Kyiv’s gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) strategy?

Published 15 May 2025