Melinda French Gates Says Gender Equality Has Stalled

The transcript discusses global progress and setbacks on UN goals, particularly due to the pandemic, with a focus on gender equality. It highlights the economic impact on women, the importance of supporting abortion rights, and the role of women in philanthropy. The conversation also covers the dynamics of the foundation led by Bill and Melinda Gates, their future plans, and the need for increased investment to address global challenges.

What was one of the major setbacks in achieving the UN's 2015 goals due to the pandemic?

• Decrease in technological advancements

• Rise in unemployment

• Setback in gender equality

• Increased global warming

How has the economic downturn affected global food security?

• Increased food production

• Increased hunger and food insecurity

• Decreased food prices

• Stabilized food supply

What is one of the foundation's focuses to support women's rights?

• Offering free internet

• Providing free transportation

• Increasing access to IUDs

• Building more schools

What role do female philanthropists play in modern philanthropy?

• They only support local charities

• They focus solely on environmental issues

• They avoid public engagement

• They are changing the way giving is done

What action is encouraged to address issues like the overturning of Roe vs. Wade?

• Writing to local newspapers

• Voting and ensuring others vote

• Organizing protests

• Boycotting businesses

How have Bill and Melinda Gates adapted their working relationship post-divorce?

• They only meet virtually

• They hired new leadership

• They continue to work effectively together

• They stopped working together

What is the foundation's response to the increased global challenges?

• Reducing their payout

• Maintaining the status quo

• Increasing their payout and focusing on gender inequality

• Focusing solely on local issues