Tag Archives: female empowerment

Enhancing Contraceptive Access in Bangladesh’s Garment Sector In a significant move to improve reproductive health services, the Directorate General of Family Planning (DGFP) has partnered with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and key private sector stakeholders to launch the Digital Monitoring Tool (DMT). This initiative aims to enhance the accuracy and responsiveness of contraceptive distribution within Bangladesh’s readymade garment …

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through Business Support Running a small business is an intricate balance of managing daily operations, meeting customer expectations, and maintaining financial stability. For many entrepreneurs, especially women in smaller communities, the challenges can be overwhelming. Limited access to resources, funding, and support often make it difficult to envision growth or even consider expanding their ventures. However, for …

A Grassroots Movement for Women’s Empowerment Through Sport In 2014, a group of women in Nepal who shared a passion for futsal decided to organize an all-women’s tournament. They invited friends to act as referees and extra players, creating a space where they could enjoy the game together. This modest initiative was led by Arpana Pradhan, a member of the …

The Power of Professional Networks for Women in Public Relations A professional network is more than just a list of contacts. It is a supportive and evolving community of people who help you learn, grow, and succeed. For women, especially in the field of Public Relations (PR), networks can help break down barriers, amplify their voices, and create new paths …

Spotlight Initiative Champions Global Efforts to End Violence Against Women and Girls At the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, Spain, the Spotlight Initiative organized a side event aimed at accelerating and expanding international investment to combat violence against women and girls. The event, titled “Increasing Momentum for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls” (EVAWG), brought …

A Journey of Resilience and Innovation Thirty-one years after Rwanda’s liberation, the country has undergone a remarkable transformation. Few stories encapsulate this change more vividly than that of Jennifer Ingabire, a pioneering figure in security technology and business. As a member of a new generation of Rwandan women who have embraced the opportunities created by inclusive policies, empowerment initiatives, and …