The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Gujranwala, in collaboration with HBL, is set to host an insightful webinar on “Digital Financial Empowerment of Women – A Key Driver of Economic Growth.” Scheduled for September 26, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM via Zoom, the session will explore how enhancing women’s access to financial services and improving digital literacy can fuel economic development.
The webinar will feature Muhammad Tahir, Senior Joint Director at SBP BSC Gujranwala, as the keynote speaker. Tahir will provide an overview of SBP initiatives and policies aimed at promoting gender-inclusive financial systems in Pakistan. The session will also include a panel discussion with industry experts sharing practical insights and strategies for advancing women’s economic empowerment through digital finance.
Panelists for the session include Muhammad Rashid Mehmood Cheema, Assistant Director at SBP BSC Gujranwala; Palwasha Faizan, Head of Business Strategy Mass & Konnect at HBL; and Quratulain Mirza, an independent researcher associated with UNFPA and STEP. The discussion will be moderated by Mashal Mabood, Manager Sustainability & Initiatives at HBL and SBP Lead Focal Person for the National Financial Literacy Program (NFLP).
The webinar aims to highlight the critical role of women in driving economic growth by improving access to financial services, enhancing financial literacy, and leveraging digital banking solutions. Participants can expect to gain actionable insights into initiatives and best practices that support women’s participation in the formal financial sector and encourage broader gender inclusion in Pakistan’s economy.
By combining expertise from SBP and HBL with perspectives from global research and development partners, the webinar underscores the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in promoting digital financial inclusion. Attendees will also learn about ongoing efforts to create an enabling environment for women to participate fully in the digital financial ecosystem, including access to digital wallets, online banking, and innovative financial products tailored to women.
The session is open to individuals interested in financial inclusion, gender empowerment, and digital banking, and it serves as an important platform for knowledge sharing and networking. By emphasizing women’s access to finance and financial literacy, the webinar reflects Pakistan’s commitment to leveraging technology for inclusive economic growth.
For those interested in joining, the webinar will be hosted via Zoom, accessible through the link: https://lnkd.in/d8xWQrka.
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