The UN Secretary-General established the Panel in January 2016 as part of his efforts to ensure the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development has a real, demonstrable impact on the lives of women, and builds stronger, more inclusive economies. In September20i 6,the Panel published itsfindings about proven and promising actions to address gender gaps and promote women’s economic empowerment. To that end, the Panel identified seven primary drivers of transformation, including most notably, improving public sector practices in procurement and employment (United Nations, 2016).