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INITIATIVE 1: Women Financial Inclusion Summit – Her Economy

A flagship platform that aims to close the women and gender financial gap, the summit now includes:
- Workshops and focus groups addressing financial inclusion gaps identified in prior summits.
- Sessions on digital finance, investment opportunities and entrepreneurial strategies.
- Partnerships with financial institutions to showcase innovative, women-centric financial products.

INITIATIVE 2: MentorHER 2 Wealth Program

Focused on developing the next generation of women leaders, this program offers:
- Leadership and financial skills training tailored for women with 1–3 years of work experience.
- Mentorship opportunities with finance and business leaders.
- Access to micro-grants or seed funding for entrepreneurial ventures, enabling women to translate ideas into action.

INITIATIVE 3: BoardHER: Empowering Women for Leadership Excellence

Designed to increase women’s representation in leadership and governance this initiative features:
- Empowerment: Training in leadership, governance and strategic decision-making for board-level success.
- Advocacy: Raising awareness about the value of gender diversity on boards and advocating for inclusive recruitment practices.
- Connection: Building networks between aspiring board members and key decision-makers to open doors for opportunities.
- Support: Providing mentorship and resources to help women excel in board roles and sustain their impact.

INITIATIVE 4: Digital Financial Inclusion Platform – HERFinity

A mobile-friendly platform empowering women through:
- Comprehensive financial literacy courses.
- Easy access to micro-finance options tailored to women’s needs.
- Tools for networking and mentorship to foster connections and support.

INITIATIVE 5: Policy Advocacy Hub

Driving systemic change to address structural barriers, this hub:
- Collaborates with governments and financial institutions to create inclusive policies.
- Publishes research and policy briefs that highlight gaps, showcase successes and influence decision-making.

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