SBWC drives innovation, global connections for businesswomen

The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) is concluding 2024 with an impressive portfolio of initiatives and events enhancing the role of women in business, spanning industries from technology and jewellery to real estate and automotive. The Council's activities reflect Sharjah and UAE's broader drive to empower women as key players in the nation’s economic development, underpinned by a national growth strategy prioritising inclusivity and innovation.

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Milestones in 2024: In 2024, SBWC launched a programme to support women entrepreneurs in the food and beverage sector, providing opportunities to display their products at government institutions and public venues in Sharjah. The Council also took part in the Women's Entrepreneurship Forum in Moscow as part of Russia’s BRICS presidency. Locally, it engaged with the Sharjah Economic Development Department to facilitate investments for businesswomen and enhance their economic contributions.

Expanding horizons: SBWC organised a four-day trade mission to Mumbai culminating in a landmark ‘Sharjah-India Women in Business Forum.’ The mission facilitated business-to-business meetings, field visits, and a signed MoU with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry Ladies Organisation (FLO), fostering collaboration in the technology, fashion, food, and jewellery sectors. More than 70 businesswomen attended the forum, discussing challenges and avenues for cooperation.