Entrepreneurial gala 2023 was held here at the female campus of the International Islamic University (IIU) on Monday.
Female student set up food and commercial stalls as they were given an opportunity to start up their businesses. Theme of the Gala was “Women in Business”. Students Advisor Dr. Summiya Chughtai , Provost Dr. Humaira Ashfaq, incharges/chairpersons from various departments and Additional Director female campus visited the stalls and appreciated the efforts of the students.
Dr. Sumaya , apprised that the purpose of the gala is to attract female students to establish their businesses and contribute towards the socio-economic development of society. “Entrepreneurship is not just about starting a business. It is a mindset that embraces change, innovation, and risk-taking. It is about identifying problems and finding creative solutions to solve them. It is about taking ownership of your ideas and turning them into reality” said Dr. Sumaya.
Dr. Humaira Ashfaq said linkage of academia and industry is a prerequisite for a prosperous society. She advised the female students to believe in themselves and devote their lives for the progress of the country.
Speakers of the event opined that women entrepreneurs were full of talent and promoting them was vital so that they could increase exports and play a more effective role in the economic development of the country. The organizers of the event stressed upon the need for training programmes for women entrepreneurs so that they could use online platforms to promote their business at local and international level. Hailing the active participation of female students, speakers of the opening ceremony of the gala said women participation in society and especially their entrepreneurial contribution can help in maintaining a stable and prosperous society. They pointed out various micro and macro level aspects of women’s contribution in business and entrepreneurship.
The event featured embroidered rugs, table runners, furniture, gems and jewelry, clothing for women and children, gardening items, pottery, paintings, footwear and women’s health and hygiene, publications and many other such items.