Growth and Impact:
 
eTrade for Women Masterclass

Growth and Impact:

Unlocking Opportunities for Women-Led Digital Businesses in South Asia

2-5 December 2024

South Asia

New Delhi

Digital transformation offers growth opportunities for businesses across South Asia, but women entrepreneurs still face obstacles to successfully grow their digital businesses. To address this gap, the eTrade for Women initiative, championed by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), hosted its first ever in-person Masterclass in the region from 2 to 5 December 2025 in New Delhi, India. This unique empowerment event gathered 21 women digital entrepreneurs from Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and India over 4 days, to help them thrive as business leaders and increase their impact as digital champions.



Who can apply to the Masterclass?

In order to apply to the Masterclass, you need to meet the following requirements:

  • You are a woman and you are the founder/co-founder of your business
  • You have a track record of at least 3 years in this role
  • New technologies and digital tools are at the heart of your business model and operations
  • You are based in one of the following countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
  • You are making a difference and creating a positive impact on your community

We strongly encourage candidates from indigenous communities, marginalized groups and persons with disabilities to apply, as we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Do you meet all these criteria? Join us and take a dive into the digital transformation!

APPLICATIONS CLOSED

The Masterclass is free of charge. Financial support for travel and accommodation may be available for selected applicants.

Growth and Impact:

What's in there for you?

All sessions will be delivered by renowned business leaders and experts in their fields.

The Masterclass will combine:

Inspirational Talks

Learning Sessions

Policy Dialogues

Networking Opportunities

Agenda

Coming soon

Ajaita
In collaboration with our eTrade for Women Advocate

Ajaita Shah

Founder & CEO of Frontier Markets, India


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Our partners for this Masterclass

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