However, further efforts are required to raise awareness on the importance of GRB. Comparative evidence also confirms that the sustainability and success of GRB initiatives depends on political will. To overcome these barriers, GRB initiatives can enlist central government support and form alliances w'ith other stakeholders w'ho are striving for greater budgetary transparency, improved gender-disaggregated data or greater recognition of the grow th-enhancing effects of reducing inequality.