Etude Economie Conseil (2016). Finance and Gender Issues Survey - Trinidad and Tobago: 2011. IDB Open Data. https://doi.org/10.60966/ahrgptai

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What is the Finance and Gender Issues Survey?

The Finance and Gender Issues Survey is a follow-up to the 2010 Enterprise Survey conducted in Trinidad and Tobago. It captures firm-level information on access to finance, gender ownership, and business performance, helping to better understand the landscape for business owners in Trinidad and Tobago.

What information does this dataset provide?

The dataset includes details about:
- Ownership and management by gender
- Firm size, age, and sectoral distribution
- Access to financing and credit constraints
- Financial behavior and investment patterns
- Employment and business performance indicators

Why is this dataset important?

It sheds light on how gender influences business success and financial inclusion in Trinidad and Tobago. The findings can inform policies that promote equality of opportunity for men and women entrepreneurs.

Who are the Trinidad and Tobago business owners represented in this data?

The dataset covers small, medium, and large enterprises across multiple industries, owned or managed by both male and female entrepreneurs. It represents a diverse range of business owners across Trinidad and Tobago's urban and rural regions.

How can policymakers and researchers use this dataset?

This data can be used to:
- Assess gender disparities in access to finance and credit.
- Identify structural challenges faced by women-owned businesses.
- Evaluate firm performance by gender and sector.
- Support data-driven strategies that promote inclusive entrepreneurship and sustainable growth.

What period does the dataset cover?

Data were collected between 2010 and 2011, reflecting the post-financial-crisis recovery period and offering insights into gender and finance dynamics during that period.

Who conducted and funded this research?

The survey was conducted by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) as part of its broader initiative to study gender, finance, and entrepreneurship in the Caribbean.

Where can I find the methodology and questionnaire?

The dataset package includes technical documentation, survey questionnaires, and a codebook that explains all variables and response options. These materials are available in the accompanying ZIP file, in the “Documentation” folder.

How can this data help shape policy?

By analyzing the barriers faced by Trinidad and Tobago business owners, this dataset provides evidence for evidence-based policymaking to improve access to finance, strengthen SME competitiveness, and advance gender equity in the country’s private sector.