Key Takeaways
- The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication plans to support 20 women-led startups each year.
- Aims to train 200 female micro-entrepreneurs annually to enhance their digital skills.
- Initiatives focus on overcoming barriers to women’s participation in technology entrepreneurship.
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has announced plans to support women-led technology startups and female micro-entrepreneurs through dedicated startup assistance and annual digital skills training.
Under the proposed Women Innovation and Startup Empowerment (WISE) Lab, the ministry aims to support at least 20 women-led startups annually, helping entrepreneurs develop business ideas, strengthen their commercial potential, and expand their participation in Pakistan’s technology sector.
The plan also includes training 200 female micro-entrepreneurs each year to improve their ability to use digital tools and technology-enabled business solutions. This training is intended to help women-led small businesses improve operations, reach more customers, and explore opportunities in digital marketplaces.
The initiatives focus on addressing barriers to women’s participation in technology entrepreneurship, including limited access to relevant skills, business networks, and institutional support. Through dedicated innovation support and entrepreneurship training, the ministry aims to help women turn technical knowledge and business ideas into sustainable ventures.
These measures are part of broader efforts to increase women’s participation in emerging technologies and technology-driven economic activity, while creating more opportunities for women to establish technology businesses and contribute to Pakistan’s digital economy.
