CIRCLE Women Association Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan with Aurora Tech Event
The event featured a “Women of the Future” segment, highlighting 10 promising startups led by women entrepreneurs.
The event featured a “Women of the Future” segment, highlighting 10 promising startups led by women entrepreneurs.
The “Build By Her” hackathon series empowers women in Pakistan’s STEM fields, supporting women-led startups through mentorship and skill-building. The latest event saw innovative projects pitch for seed funding, highlighting the potential of women entrepreneurs to drive economic growth and technological progress across Pakistan.
Dawn Kubicek has been appointed as Google’s Women Techmaker Ambassador for the Middle East, chosen from thousands of applicants. In her role, she will empower women in the tech industry through events and community initiatives, leveraging her 23 years of expertise in SEO and digital marketing to support their growth.
The PTCL Group showcased two talented women entrepreneurs from the Ba-Ikhtiar program at Expand North Star. Farhat ul Ain and Marrium Hussain, former local embroidery artists, have transformed into tech-enabled entrepreneurs through the program, highlighting their inspiring journeys and the initiative’s role in empowering women in digital entrepreneurship.
Juhayna Food Industries has partnered with RoboGarden Egypt to enhance youth training during the ‘She Can’ Summit. The collaboration, through the ‘Learn to Earn’ program, aims to empower graduates by providing programming certification opportunities, addressing the skills gap in the job market, and boosting economic growth.
Visa, in partnership with Bahrain Islamic Bank, launches the second She’s Next program in Bahrain to empower women entrepreneurs with grants and resources, aiming to enhance their business growth and digital presence.
Bahrain Network (BNET) has launched initiatives to enhance job welfare and mental health, particularly for female employees. The measures include designated parking, a drop-off service, and a “Pink Room” for working mothers. These efforts aim to create a supportive and inclusive work environment.
In 2024, the underrepresentation of women in STEM fields remains a critical issue, with women making up only 34% of the workforce. Initiatives like Hatch’s partnership with the Lankan Angel Network and the “She Loves Tech” competition aim to empower female entrepreneurs and bridge the gender gap in technology.
Mastercard and Entreprenelle have partnered to empower Egyptian female entrepreneurs through upskilling workshops, focusing on digital economy skills. This collaboration aims to enhance innovation and growth for women-led businesses, supported by Mastercard’s ‘Her Voice’ podcast series, celebrating female entrepreneurial achievements.
Kuwait showcases progress in women’s empowerment at the SCO Forum, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing gender equity through education and AI-driven initiatives, aligned with Kuwait’s strategic goals for 2030.