SWAT: The University of Swat and the Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WCCI) have discussed ways to help female students develop business skills and explore opportunities for entrepreneurship and economic independence.
The participants discussed the proposed establishment of a Women’s Business Incubation Centre and a dedicated outlet at the university’s Women’s Campus to display and sell locally made products.
Other proposals included training in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital skills, vocational and beautician courses, internships, business mentoring, concessional WCCI membership for female students, and local and national exhibitions to promote women-led enterprises.
The meeting was attended by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Husnul Amin, Registrar Dr. Arshad Ali, Director ORIC Prof. Dr. Anwar Hussain, Deputy Director ORIC Khurshid Alam, WCCI President Robina Zafar, WCCI Founder Farzana Shams and Institute Management Committee (IMC) Chairman Nasim ur Rahman, along with other representatives.
The participants also explored collaboration with technical institutions, industry associations and relevant government departments to improve market access and help women-owned businesses become sustainable.
The Vice Chancellor reaffirmed the university’s commitment to creating opportunities for women’s economic participation through education, entrepreneurship and industry partnerships.
He directed ORIC to facilitate the proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU), identify priority initiatives and coordinate with WCCI and relevant partners to turn the proposals into practical opportunities for female students and women entrepreneurs.
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