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FORTUNE: Women are leaving the workforce in droves. Melinda French Gates launched a competition to solve it

October 30, 2025

Melinda French Gates discussed the WIN Challenge, workplace barriers, and the future of work with Fortune.

“I want to see more women leading—making decisions, directing resources, and shaping policies at the highest levels of society. That requires us to make sure they’re not facing unique barriers along the way to positions of power.”

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