Islamabad – The National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW), in collaboration with the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), hosted a vibrant Eid Milan Trade Fair certificate distribution. This event celebrated the spirit of Eid and awarded the champions of trade fair for showcasing a diverse range of products and services from various sectors. These certificates recognized the outstanding contributions and achievements of participants, encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation in the local community.
We were honored to have Mr. Lasana Wonneh, the Country Representative of UNWOMEN, as the Chief Guest for the occasion. His presence added prestige to the event and highlighted the importance of empowering women in trade and commerce.
Welcoming the guests Chairperson NCSW, Ms. Nilofar Bakhtiar said:
“Empowering women economically is crucial for the development of our society. Through events like this Eid Milan and Trade Fair, we are providing women entrepreneurs with opportunities to enhance their skills, expand their businesses, and contribute to the economy. We appreciate the support of academia, civil society, and our partners in making this event a success. Different chambers across Pakistan are doing a great job as they are providing essential facilities and support, today’s event remarks and important development as experts from walks of life to support economic empowerment which will be a turning point to eradicate violence against women. We are completely focused on strengthening women economically. We do need to look at women beyond 5 stars of Islamabad and provincial capitals. The same are the women who are still beyond the chamber of commerce. I am speaking here on behalf of 160 million women of Pakistan. We do need to look for the women who are working as support staff at our houses, have we thought of their children? Have we established day cares for them and the list goes on. “
Chief guest of the event Representative UNWOMEN, Mr. Lasana Wonneh said:
“Women’s economic empowerment is not just a women’s issue; it’s a human rights issue and a development imperative. By supporting women entrepreneurs, we can create a more inclusive and sustainable economy. Events like these trade fairs play a vital role in connecting women with resources, networks, and opportunities to thrive. I commend NCSW and ICCI for their efforts and encourage everyone to continue supporting women’s economic empowerment.”
The Eid Milan and Trade Fair certificate distribution provided a platform for women entrepreneurs to network to expand their businesses. It also promoted economic growth and sustainability by supporting local businesses and fostering collaboration between different sectors.
NCSW and ICCI express their gratitude to all participants, sponsors, and attendees who made this event a great success. We look forward to organizing more such events in the future to promote gender equality, women’s empowerment, and economic development in Pakistan.
