A great teacher can inspire students, build confidence, and shape their future. But what happens when students rarely see teachers or principals who look like them? These gaps not only shape students’ academic experiences but also influence their aspirations, learning outcomes, and long-term opportunities. Key Findings About Teacher Representation in the Classroom Our … [Read more...] about Why It Matters Who Stands in Front of the Classroom
Luciana Etcheverry
Luciana Etcheverry is a specialist in the Gender and Diversity Division of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). She leads research projects and works on mainstreaming gender and diversity into the institution's loan operations. Her expertise spans areas such as education, gender and diversity statistics, women's employment, labor formalization, family policies, and the prevention of gender-based violence, among others. Luciana holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Oregon and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the Catholic University of Uruguay.
How to Improve Statistics on Diverse Population Groups Through Communities of Practice?
In Latin America and the Caribbean, socio-economic disparities affecting diverse population groups persist. For example, Indigenous peoples and Afro-descendants have historically been excluded from public policies and development programs. Similarly, the LGBTQ+ population has faced exclusion and discrimination despite increasing social acceptance in some countries in the … [Read more...] about How to Improve Statistics on Diverse Population Groups Through Communities of Practice?
Where to find social data and indicators on Latin America and the Caribbean?
Addressing the social and economic inequalities faced by people in Latin America and the Caribbean requires quantitative data and contextual information. This knowledge allows us to improve public policy decisions, which must be based on evidence. At the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), we have developed several tools that bring users closer to data and indicators of … [Read more...] about Where to find social data and indicators on Latin America and the Caribbean?
What if women occupied more leadership positions?
During this Women's Month, we have had the chance to reflect on the stark reality of female underrepresentation in positions of power. Data shows that one of the biggest gaps in representation is located at the top of organizations: women’s presence decreases as the hierarchy of positions increases. This lack of parity in leadership, whether in public or private organizations, … [Read more...] about What if women occupied more leadership positions?
How can we improve the conditions of domestic workers?
Have you ever heard someone ask a woman who is taking care of her children while she is away from home? In our region, the cultural expectation that women are the primary caregivers and responsible for household tasks still persists. However, this disproportionate burden not only affects mothers. It also has profound implications for the economy and millions of domestic … [Read more...] about How can we improve the conditions of domestic workers?