Dina Powell : As we mark Women 's Month , there are encouraging signs . The first lady is a strong advocate for women and girls in the developing world -- she has traveled to more than 100 countries since becoming secretary of state last year. She says studies show that more education decreases infant mortality . Investing in women 's education leads to increases in economic growth , she says .
Dina Powell : As we mark Women 's Month , there are encouraging signs . Both parties in the U.S. are taking steps to invest in the role of women , she says . She says studies show that more education decreases infant mortality . Investing in women 's education leads to increases in economic growth , she says .