Sharjah:The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) recently organized a forum titled "Sharjah's Female Entrepreneurs From Ambition to Investment." The event aimed to bring together female entrepreneurs, decision-makers, and newcomers to the labor market, along with aspiring entrepreneurs eager to transform their ideas into successful business ventures. This initiative is part of SEDD's ongoing efforts to enhance the role of women in driving the national economy and to promote a culture of entrepreneurship within the emirate.
According to Wam, the forum was attended by notable organizations such as the Sharjah Foundation for Supporting Entrepreneurship (RUWAD), Sharjah City Municipality, Health Section, Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), and Nama Women Advancement Establishment. These entities showcased their services and initiatives designed to support women, highlighting the opportunities available to female entrepreneurs to develop their ventures and strengthen their presence in the labor market.
Khalid Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Director of Commercial and Industrial Development Department at SEDD, emphasized the department's commitment to enhancing women's participation in the national economic ecosystem. He highlighted the importance of providing a supportive environment that enables female entrepreneurs to transform their ambitious ideas into successful, sustainable ventures, reflecting a belief in their vital role in diversifying the economy and boosting its competitiveness.
The forum served as a platform for exchanging expertise and experiences, highlighting available opportunities and services, and discussing the challenges faced by women-led ventures. It aimed to empower women to transform their ideas into actionable projects, enhance their entrepreneurial thinking and decision-making skills, and build ties between aspiring female entrepreneurs and those with successful track records. The event also featured presentations by RUWAD and Sharjah City Municipality, as well as discussions on the roles and privileges of members of the Sharjah Business Women Council and the support provided by the NAMA Women Advancement Establishment.
The forum concluded with participants presenting their ideas and projects, discussing challenges, and exploring potential collaborations. RUWAD Foundation provided a dedicated space for free, one-on-one consultations, while facilitating bilateral sessions to exchange expertise and explore business partnerships.