{"id":388500,"date":"2024-02-21T09:33:32","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T04:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=388500"},"modified":"2024-02-21T09:33:32","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T04:33:32","slug":"financial-inclusion-is-impossible-without-women-empowerment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/financial-inclusion-is-impossible-without-women-empowerment\/","title":{"rendered":"Financial inclusion is impossible without women empowerment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nBizNet, Pakistan\u2019s premier platform for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, celebrated its third successful edition at the President House Islamabad in association with Women Business Network.<br \/>\nBizNet brought together a diverse range of industry leaders, policymakers, and startup founders to promote financial inclusion and technological advancements. The theme was \u201cEmbracing Financial Inclusion &#038; Business Transformation.\u201d<br \/>\nIftikhar Hussain, CEO Transforming Hub &#038; Founder, Women Business Network, expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders for their unwavering support, which has been instrumental in BizNet\u2019s journey to its third successful edition.<br \/>\n He highlighted the roles of banks &#038; Fintech in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Pakistan.<br \/>\nHe expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders for their unwavering support, which has been instrumental in BizNet\u2019s journey to its third successful edition.<br \/>\nHe highlighted the roles of banks in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Pakistan. He emphasized financial inclusion is impossible without women entering into the workforce in Pakistan. Banks should take those initiatives that welcome females to do businesses.<br \/>\nIftikhar announced two significant initiatives aimed at furthering Transforming Hub &#038; Women Business Network\u2019s mission. The first is a Women\u2019s Festival, scheduled for April, aimed at promoting gender equality, women empowerment through financial inclusion through sustainable fashion and showcasing of women talent through stalls.<br \/>\nThe second initiative involves taking a delegation to the US, showcasing Pakistan\u2019s entrepreneurial spirit and seeking opportunities for collaboration and growth on an international level for diversity.<br \/>\nPresident of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi commended the State Bank of Pakistan for its efforts in promoting financial inclusivity, noting that despite progress, there is still a considerable journey ahead, particularly within our region.<br \/>\nHe praised CEO of Transforming Hub, Iftikhar Hussain for his steadfast commitment to inclusivity, recognizing the pivotal role individuals like him play in driving positive societal change<br \/>\nPresident Dr. Arif Alvi also addressed the concerning issue of education for street children, highlighting that 44% of Pakistani children are currently not receiving an education. He emphasized the need for us to take proactive measures to address this critical issue.<br \/>\nMuzzaffar Piracha, Group CEO of Airlink Communications Ltd., emphasized the role of technology in advancing financial inclusion. He highlighted the importance of leveraging technology to reach underserved communities and provide them with access to financial services.<br \/>\nAamer Ejaz, Chief Digital Officer of Jazz, underscored the future of financial inclusion, emphasizing that it is not just a trend but a necessity for sustainable economic growth. He highlighted Jazz\u2019s commitment to leveraging digital technology to enhance financial inclusion and empower individuals across Pakistan.<br \/>\nThe event concluded with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to continue driving innovation, inclusivity, and economic growth in Pakistan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD BizNet, Pakistan\u2019s premier platform for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, celebrated its third successful edition at the President House Islamabad in association with Women Business Network. BizNet brought together a diverse range of industry leaders, policymakers, and startup founders to promote financial inclusion and technological advancements. 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