Project Title: Empowering Women and Girls in District Sialkot through ICT Training and Income-Generating Opportunities

Support Agency: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

• Area of Operations: 40 locations in the Tehsils of Sialkot, Sambrial, Daska, and Pasrur in District Sialkot, Punjab.
• Project Duration: March 2025 – July 2025
• Objective:
  To empower 400 women and girls in District Sialkot by providing them with essential Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills. This initiative aims to equip participants with the tools needed to secure employment, grow their micro/small businesses, and achieve financial independence.
• Expected Outcomes:

1. ICT Proficiency for Employment and Business Growth:
– 400 women and girls will acquire basic ICT skills, enabling them to find jobs or enhance their online/physical small-scale businesses.

2. Advanced ICT Skills Development:
– 200 participants will advance to professional-level ICT training, equipping them for better job opportunities and more effective business promotion in both online and physical markets.

3. Direct Employment Opportunities:
– 160 women and girls will secure online jobs or gainful employment in local industries and businesses.

4. Entrepreneurial Ventures:
– 40 participants will establish ICT-driven micro/small businesses, creating a pathway for self-reliance and community impact.

5. Continuing Efforts:
– The remaining 200 trained participants will continue striving to explore and access sustainable income-generating avenues.

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Implementation Strategy:
– Collaboration with local schools, colleges, and community centers to host training sessions.
– Development of a curriculum tailored to foundational and advanced ICT skills.
– Networking events and job fairs connecting participants with local industries and businesses.
– Mentorship and business incubation support for entrepreneurial ventures.

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Long-Term Vision:
This project aims to foster a culture of digital literacy and entrepreneurship among women and girls in District Sialkot. By equipping them with ICT skills and connecting them to viable income opportunities, the initiative contributes to reducing gender inequality, boosting household incomes, and supporting sustainable community development.

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