Empowering women entrepreneurs: IPDC Joyee 360 hosts Rajshahi workshop

IPDC Finance PLC’s flagship women’s empowerment initiative, Joyee, organized an upskill training program and workshop for women entrepreneurs in Rajshahi on January 26, 2025.

Titled "Training on Financial Literacy & Capacity Building – An Initiative of Joyee 360," the program is designed to equip women entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge to drive their businesses forward, according to a media release. 

The training program focused on two key areas vital for entrepreneurial success: access to finance and business documentation and bookkeeping.

The Access to Finance session aimed to guide participants on how to secure loans with proper planning and leverage financial support for business growth.

The training program was tailored to help women entrepreneurs gain insights into the types of loans available, the significance of creditworthiness and collateral, and how to develop robust financial plans.

This segment highlighted how access to finance can help expand business operations, reach new markets, and create employment opportunities, the release says. 

In the Business Documentation and Bookkeeping session, participants learned effective practices for managing financial records.

The training covered the importance of tracking income, expenses, and profits, as well as maintaining proper documentation to ensure tax compliance and financial transparency. These skills are critical for assessing business performance and building sustainable operations.

Speaking about the training, Mr Rizwan Dawood Shams, Managing Director of IPDC Finance PLC, said, “We believe that empowering women entrepreneurs is not just about financial support but equipping them with the tools and knowledge to thrive in a competitive market. Through Joyee 360, we aim to create a holistic platform where women can access resources, enhance their capabilities, and contribute meaningfully to the economy. This workshop is another step towards building a future where women entrepreneurs are confident, capable, and empowered to achieve their dreams.”

The initiative is expected to have a significant impact on the participants. Women entrepreneurs have hopefully left with a clearer understanding of the loan application process and the documentation required, empowering them to approach financial institutions with confidence.

They will also have developed essential bookkeeping skills to track financial data, ensure compliance, and make informed business decisions based on accurate financial reporting, the release adds.