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World over, structural barriers hold women back from fully contributing to the economy. Whether in one of the world's fastest growing economies in India, or as migrants in Colombia seeking a new life, women face challenges convincing investors to back them up.

As the climate crisis disproportionately affects women, the need for female entrepreneurs is even more urgent.

From the waters of the Philippines where seaweed farmers are tackling typhoons and rising ocean temperatures, to the corporate boardrooms of Africa, we profile women who are bucking the trend.