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PepsiCo Mexico presented the results obtained in 2019 with its economic inclusion programs for women, from upper secondary education levels to women with intentions of starting a business.
At a graduation event, held at the Hospicio Cabañas in Chile Mobile Number List the capital of Jalisco, some of the almost 6 thousand women who benefited from this initiative met, as well as representatives of civil society and government authorities of the entity: Alfonso Olvera Huerta, General Director of Entrepreneurship and Business Development of the Government of Guadalajara, María Elena García Trujillo, Undersecretary of Access for Women to a life free of violence and the local Deputy Esteban Estrada.
Since 2018, the global PepsiCo Foundation has invested $2.9 million in Mexico, through two programs: “Paths to Success”, operated by the International Youth Foundation (IYF) and the “Mujeres con Propósito” program, led by FUNDES. .
“Paths to Success”, in conjunction with public educational institutions, serves young women between 15 and 18 years old to provide them with training in socio-emotional skills, such as teamwork, communication and leadership, as well as technical skills highly valued by industries such as that of information technologies, logistics and supply chains. In addition to the training activities, the students have received vocational guidance and job transition workshops, as well as support for their registration with the National Employment Service. The objective of the program is to achieve an impact on 20 thousand women in the state.
Susan Reiche, President and CEO of IYF, said: “Great partnerships, like the one we have with the PepsiCo Foundation, make programs like 'Pathways to Success' possible. “We are very proud of the results we have jointly achieved to date, and even prouder of the wonderful young women who are better prepared and inspired to achieve their potential and transform their lives.”
In parallel, work with FUNDES aims to increase women's income, facilitating their incorporation into value chains. The program includes online and in-person training on business topics, such as customer relations, cost structure and topics that contribute to personal development, as well as leadership and effective communication. The program in Mexico seeks to benefit 2 thousand women. In 2019, just one year after its implementation, there are already 1,011 women who have received support, of which half are in Guadalajara.
«One of the strategic priorities for FUNDES is to promote and empower women entrepreneurs throughout Latin America. Therefore, we are excited by the benefits and results that the 'Women with Purpose' program offers its participants. We hope to continue working hand in hand with PepsiCo and thus reach more women,” said David Henríquez, Director of Operations at FUNDES Latin America.
On the other hand, during his participation, Fernando Atristain, Coordinator of the Economic Inclusion and Youth Business Development Project, of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Mexico commented: “A world with a just society, without poverty, and that guarantees Peace and sustainable prosperity for all cannot be achieved if women are denied access to resources and opportunities for education, employment and decision-making. Initiatives such as those promoted by PepsiCo Global together with FUNDES Latin America and the International Youth Foundation, remind us of the importance of collaboration between the private sector and international organizations, to work together on social inclusion."
PepsiCo aims to benefit more than 12.5 million women and girls around the world by 2025, through an investment of $100 million. According to the Women Matter study by McKinsey & Company, 15 million young people in the country are not studying or working; Of this population, 75% are women; On the other hand, 75% of Mexican women with a university degree do not have a formal paid job.
On the other hand, in Jalisco 23% of women are entrepreneurs, compared to 34% of male entrepreneurs, according to data from INEGI. The intention to start a business among women is also lower than that of men: 30% for women and 38% for men, according to figures from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor. In a similar proportion, women perceive themselves as having fewer entrepreneurial capabilities and opportunities, as well as a greater fear of failure than men.
At a graduation event, held at the Hospicio Cabañas in Chile Mobile Number List the capital of Jalisco, some of the almost 6 thousand women who benefited from this initiative met, as well as representatives of civil society and government authorities of the entity: Alfonso Olvera Huerta, General Director of Entrepreneurship and Business Development of the Government of Guadalajara, María Elena García Trujillo, Undersecretary of Access for Women to a life free of violence and the local Deputy Esteban Estrada.
Since 2018, the global PepsiCo Foundation has invested $2.9 million in Mexico, through two programs: “Paths to Success”, operated by the International Youth Foundation (IYF) and the “Mujeres con Propósito” program, led by FUNDES. .
“Paths to Success”, in conjunction with public educational institutions, serves young women between 15 and 18 years old to provide them with training in socio-emotional skills, such as teamwork, communication and leadership, as well as technical skills highly valued by industries such as that of information technologies, logistics and supply chains. In addition to the training activities, the students have received vocational guidance and job transition workshops, as well as support for their registration with the National Employment Service. The objective of the program is to achieve an impact on 20 thousand women in the state.
Susan Reiche, President and CEO of IYF, said: “Great partnerships, like the one we have with the PepsiCo Foundation, make programs like 'Pathways to Success' possible. “We are very proud of the results we have jointly achieved to date, and even prouder of the wonderful young women who are better prepared and inspired to achieve their potential and transform their lives.”
In parallel, work with FUNDES aims to increase women's income, facilitating their incorporation into value chains. The program includes online and in-person training on business topics, such as customer relations, cost structure and topics that contribute to personal development, as well as leadership and effective communication. The program in Mexico seeks to benefit 2 thousand women. In 2019, just one year after its implementation, there are already 1,011 women who have received support, of which half are in Guadalajara.
«One of the strategic priorities for FUNDES is to promote and empower women entrepreneurs throughout Latin America. Therefore, we are excited by the benefits and results that the 'Women with Purpose' program offers its participants. We hope to continue working hand in hand with PepsiCo and thus reach more women,” said David Henríquez, Director of Operations at FUNDES Latin America.
On the other hand, during his participation, Fernando Atristain, Coordinator of the Economic Inclusion and Youth Business Development Project, of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Mexico commented: “A world with a just society, without poverty, and that guarantees Peace and sustainable prosperity for all cannot be achieved if women are denied access to resources and opportunities for education, employment and decision-making. Initiatives such as those promoted by PepsiCo Global together with FUNDES Latin America and the International Youth Foundation, remind us of the importance of collaboration between the private sector and international organizations, to work together on social inclusion."
PepsiCo aims to benefit more than 12.5 million women and girls around the world by 2025, through an investment of $100 million. According to the Women Matter study by McKinsey & Company, 15 million young people in the country are not studying or working; Of this population, 75% are women; On the other hand, 75% of Mexican women with a university degree do not have a formal paid job.
On the other hand, in Jalisco 23% of women are entrepreneurs, compared to 34% of male entrepreneurs, according to data from INEGI. The intention to start a business among women is also lower than that of men: 30% for women and 38% for men, according to figures from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor. In a similar proportion, women perceive themselves as having fewer entrepreneurial capabilities and opportunities, as well as a greater fear of failure than men.