The Week That Was: Global Women Empowerment News Overview (10th April - 15th April)

Women in entrepreneurship field have made significant strides around the world, although challenges persist. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of gender diversity in leadership positions, and increasing efforts to promote women's participation in these roles.

Women have also excelled in leadership roles in the business world. Women entrepreneurs have been launching successful startups, leading companies, and driving innovation in diverse industries. Many women have shattered glass ceilings and reached executive positions, bringing their unique perspectives and skills to corporate leadership. Studies have shown that companies with greater gender diversity in leadership tend to perform better financially and are more innovative.

The success of women in leadership roles can be attributed to their resilience, determination, and ability to overcome challenges and stereotypes. Women leaders often bring diverse perspectives, empathy, collaboration, and effective communication skills to their roles. Furthermore, organizations and societies that recognize and promote gender diversity in leadership benefit from increased creativity, better decision-making, and enhanced organizational performance. Have a look at this weeks accomplishments of women leaders around the world (theglobalwomanleader.com)

Visa Foundation to invest $5 Million in Africa to Improve Female Participation in Digital Economy

The Visa Foundation has announced that it intends to contribute $5 million in grants and impact investments in Africa in order to support women’s participation in the digital economy.

The Visa Foundation stated that the investments were made in connection with US Vice President Kamala Harris’s trip to Africa along with the creation of a new Women in the Digital Economy Fund. The said move is aligned with Visa’s recent pledge to invest $1 billion in Africa to advance resilient, innovative, and inclusive economies.

Pakistan's First Woman Surgeon General Calls for Increased Role for Women in Health Care Decision-Making

Women health professionals must overcome their fear of being stereotyped and assert themselves for a greater role in decision making. This was stated by Pakistan's first female Lieutenant General (R), Dr Nigar Johar Khan, who recently resigned as the country's first female Surgeon General.

She made these remarks while speaking at a seminar titled "Women Leadership in Health," which was hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute, a think tank. (SDPI).

Sheikha Bodour wants to improve Emirati abilities and potential at American University of Sharjah

In a meeting with Eng. Omar Khalfan Huraimel Al Shamsi, Member of the Sharjah Executive Council and Chairman of the Directorate of Human Resources in the Emirate of Sharjah, discussed ways to strengthen the university's Emiratization strategy, and Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), reaffirmed the university's dedication to fostering local talent.

The gathering is an example of how the UAE government is working to draw in top talent from across the world while also giving UAE citizens greater opportunities to contribute unique local insights and foster more inclusive growth for businesses and society as a whole. The American University of Sharjah is making progress towards its goal of developing new possibilities to support local talent by holding this focused and action-oriented gathering.

Highspot releases The Global Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging Impact Report

The inaugural Global Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) Impact Report from Highspot, a sales enablement platform that boosts sales productivity, got published. It demonstrates the company's continued dedication to openness and responsibility for its DEI&B activities. The Strategic Enablement Framework, which assisted the organization in driving change and achieving its objectives, is also described in the study.

When given the right tools, processes, and teams, people are tenacious and capable of driving great success, according to Jyl Feliciano, Global Vice President of DEI&B, Highspot.

Mastercard and Women Choice together will create one million jobs for women in MENA

The multinational group, Women Choice and Mastercard collaborated to help women in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). These two firms will together create one million jobs for women and promote the region's economic growth and development.

They have partnered to establish a program called 'Social Innovation Incubator' (SII) for women's employment. This program will support female entrepreneurs and provide job possibilities in their preferred industries over the next five years.

11 Female Entrepreneurs to Receive 2.8 Million Soms as Grant Money

Eleven female entrepreneurs from the oblasts of Osh, Naryn, and Jalal-Abad will get grant money to help them launch early childhood development centres. The 2.8 million soms in US aid will pay for classroom supplies, furniture, and equipment for kindergartens and educational facilities. The Aga Khan Foundation and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) both provide funding for these new firms.

The programme taught 62 company owners how to increase their practical business launch skills, including how to get a licence, create curriculum, and create management plans. During the three-month programme, the participants presented their concepts to the assessment committee, which provided funding for the top 11 company plans.

Hala Hanna becomes the Executive Director of MIT program Solve

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) program Solve is pleased to introduce Hala Hanna as its new executive director. MIT Solve is a marketplace for social impact innovation to foster creativity to address global problems.

To build a more just and sustainable society, Hala has more than 15 years of experience working in the public, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. Hala worked at MIT Solve for the previous six years, where she contributed to the project's growth into a worldwide community.