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SARGODHA, Pakistan – October 30, 2026:The Women Development Centre, University of Sargodha, in collaboration with the Women Development Department, Government of the Punjab, successfully organized a high-impact workshop on “Women’s Economic Participation and Empowerment” at the Women Development Centre, University of Sargodha.The workshop was held under the University's vision of Knowledge • Skills • Empowerment and focused on promoting financial literacy, financial inclusion, and women’s economic empowerment.Renowned academic Dr. Yasmeen Akhtar, Lecturer at Noon Business School, University of Sargodha, served as the Resource Person. She delivered an insightful and interactive session highlighting the critical importance of financial knowledge, practical money-management skills, and economic decision-making for women.The session covered key areas including:Fundamentals of financial literacy and budgetingAccess to financial services and financial inclusionWomen’s entrepreneurship and economic independenceInformed financial decision-making for sustainable empowermentParticipants, including female students, faculty members, and young professionals, actively engaged in the discussion, emphasizing the need for greater economic opportunities and financial awareness for women in Pakistan.The initiative aimed to enhance participants’ understanding of financial management, build confidence in handling economic resources, and promote women’s active and equal participation in national economic activities.Speaking on the occasion, representatives of the Women Development Centre reaffirmed the University of Sargodha’s continued commitment to empowering women through education, awareness, and capacity-building initiatives.The workshop concluded with a strong message that empowered women build stronger communities and that investing in women’s economic empowerment is essential for achieving inclusive and sustainable development.