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Issues & Advocacy

PayPal is engaged on a wide range of public policy issues around the world — working with governments, regulators, the private sector, academia, and others to promote the interests of customers, employees, and communities.

About Us • How We Work • Issues & Advocacy

At PayPal, our mission is to revolutionize commerce globally. Central to that work is fostering trusted relationships with global policymakers, regulatory authorities, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders. Our efforts are focused on driving sustainable growth for the communities we serve by protecting the integrity of the financial system and enhancing economic opportunities for our customers.

PayPal's Global Government Relations team leads collaborative and forward-thinking engagement with policymakers worldwide to advance PayPal’s mission. Our comprehensive approach to our policy priority areas reflects our commitment to our customers on critical issues in the financial ecosystem. By engaging with policymakers across the world, we aim to empower individuals and businesses, driving inclusive economic growth on a global scale.

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Our Policy Priorities

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The Future of Money

Modernizing payment systems across the globe through new policy frameworks, digital currencies, and cross-border payment initiatives.

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Cross-Border Trade Enablement

Facilitating seamless and secure international trade by advocating for policies that break down barriers and streamline processes for businesses and consumers alike.

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Small Business Empowerment

Supporting the growth and sustainability of small enterprises through innovative policies and initiatives that provide them with the tools and resources they need to thrive.

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Data Security and Privacy

Safeguarding consumer data and promoting responsible approaches to AI and data governance with security and privacy by design.

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Fraud Prevention and Protection

Ensuring the highest standards of security and trust in financial transactions by working with key stakeholders to implement robust measures against fraud and cyber threats.

 

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Political Transparency

We believe it is important to disclose our lobbying and political activity in a clear and transparent fashion. We provide updates on PayPal's political contributions and expenditures, trade association memberships, and lobbying information, as well as our internal policies regarding these activities.

Political Transparency Reporting

PayPal’s Political Engagement and Transparency Policy

PayPal’s Advocacy

We share our perspectives on the policy issues impacting the future of money on the PayPal Newsroom and in our archive of consultation responses.

Public Policy News

Consultation Responses

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Advancing women's economic equity and empowerment

Advancing women's economic equity and empowerment

We believe improving the economic lives of women globally can empower their families, communities, and the overall economy. PayPal has made several notable investments toward advancing access to finance for women and girls around the world through employee volunteering, partnerships, grantmaking and internal evaluation of the company's policies and benefits. 

As part of this ongoing work, PayPal has completed more than 32,000 employee volunteer hours with organizations that support women and girls such as Black Girl Ventures, Her Academy, Narika, The Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, and more.

The company has also partnered with Women’s World Banking to fund technical assistance and research on critical topics such as identifying gender biases in credit scoring.

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