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Direct investments in media companies that aim to change gender norms

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December 15, 2020

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Speed works in favor of the status quo. Acceleration doesn't shift norms, it reinforces them.
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Finance the Reduction of Gender-based Violence
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Direct investments in media companies that aim to change gender norms

Increasing the cultural power and influence of media and entertainment companies addressing the root causes of violence.

Audiences: Impact investors and gender lens investors
Type of capital: Private debt and private equity
Sector: Media/entertainment
Investment approach: Direct investing
 

Resources: Criterion will shortly publish a list of investable companies that are addressing gender-based violence, which includes media and entertainment companies addressing gender norms


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