The Criterion Institute and The Incubation Network (TIN) have collaborated here to create a Gender Analysis Framework (GAF), a practical tool for investors and program designers to understand how gender dynamics, power, and social norms affect investments and opportunities, especially for women and marginalized groups, aiming to build more inclusive financial models and address risks like gender-based violence within impact investing, development finance, and circular economy initiatives. It moves beyond simple "women-focused" programs to analyze deeper power structures, promoting better outcomes in areas like plastic waste management and bey