Women Face Systemic Barriers to Business Ownership, Limiting Economic Opportunity
Definition: Distribution of business ownership in Providence categorized by race and gender of the owner(s).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Business Survey (ABS)
Note: “Minority” refers to non-White and Hispanic or Latino individuals (of any race) who are business owners. “Equally Male/Female” refers to businesses with equal male and female ownership, via stock ownership, or partnerships.
Women's Workforce Participation is Hampered by Caregiving Burden and Workplace Barriers
Definition: The ratio of the working-age population (25-54 years) in Central Providence to the share of that population that is employed.
Perception of job opportunities varies by race, ethnicity and geography
Definition: Percentage of Rhode Island residents rating job opportunities and job training programs in as favorable in 2024.