Sadaffe Abid leads CIRCLE's women empowerment initiatives in Pakistan

Sadaffe Abid, the CEO of CIRCLE Women Association, is leading the charge for women's economic empowerment in Pakistan through skill-building and digital inclusion. She believes that leveraging technology can open doors for women to generate income and contribute to their families' well-being.

Under Ms. Abid's leadership, CIRCLE has launched various initiatives to equip women with digital literacy and job opportunities. Programs like 'She Loves Tech,' the Digital Literacy Program, and Tech Karo aim to bridge the gender gap in tech and entrepreneurship.

One of the flagship projects, the CIRCLE Work Readiness Program, targets young urban women from low-income backgrounds, providing them with essential skills for employment. Despite societal challenges, Ms. Abid and her team have successfully trained and placed a group of women in internships, paving the way for their professional growth.

Through strategic partnerships and advocacy efforts, CIRCLE is driving positive change by engaging men as allies in promoting gender equality and addressing barriers to women's workforce participation.

The recent cohort of women trained under the program has shown promising results, with participants gaining valuable skills in digital literacy, communication, and professional development. By empowering women with the tools they need to succeed, CIRCLE is not only transforming individual lives but also contributing to the broader goal of economic prosperity through gender-inclusive practices.