The Women’s Economic Forum-Kenya (WEF-K) is set to host its 2024 edition, organized by the Community Advocacy and Awareness Trust (CRAWN Trust). This dynamic initiative serves as a vital platform for women’s economic emancipation, fostering networking, alliance-building, and connecting women to financial opportunities, market linkages, and skill-building avenues for business growth. The overarching theme for WEF-K 2024 is “Navigating within a challenging Economic Landscape,” with a focus on examining trends and strategically positioning women in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
WEF-K’s Impactful Journey:
Reflecting on the successes of the preceding years (2021, 2022, and 2023), WEF-K has witnessed substantial engagement and interest from targeted stakeholders. The hybrid conferences conducted during this period achieved a total direct reach of 20,837 participants and an impressive total indirect reach of 15 million individuals across 22 countries globally. This remarkable outreach underscores the significance of WEF-K in the realm of women’s economic empowerment.
Key Areas of Focus for WEF-K 2024:
1. Social Impact Investment:
In response to the challenging economic climate, WEF-K 2024 aims to support investment techniques that generate financial returns while contributing to meaningful social development. This focus is particularly crucial for Kenyan women, women’s groups, and MSMEs facing economic restrictions.
2. Business and Entrepreneurship:
Practical advice on economic concerns will be offered to female entrepreneurs, equipping them with the tools necessary for success. WEF-K recognizes the importance of empowering women to overcome challenges and thrive in the ever-evolving economic landscape.
3. Inclusive Enterprise Development & Trade Agreements:
Analyzing trade agreements is essential to identify inclusive enterprise development possibilities. WEF-K 2024 seeks to position women for growth and sustainability by exploring opportunities within trade agreements.
4. Technology and Gender Digital Divide:
Acknowledging the role of technology in economic empowerment, the forum will explore ways to bridge the gender digital divide. WEF-K aims to provide insights on leveraging technology to navigate the complexities of today’s tough economy.
5. Harnessing Collective Power
Empowering women to collaborate is a key aspect of overcoming economic challenges. WEF-K 2024 encourages the harnessing of collective power, fostering collaboration to thrive in changing economic trends and opportunities.
Harmony with the Theme:
The theme, “Navigating within a challenging Economic Landscape,” aligns seamlessly with the areas of concentration outlined by WEF-K 2024. By addressing current trends and providing women with the necessary tools, the forum aims to equip them to adapt effectively to the changing economic landscape.
Conclusion:
As WEF-K 2024 approaches, anticipation grows for the paradigm-shifting movement where empowerment and innovation converge to propel women to greater heights in the business world. The focus on social impact investment, business and entrepreneurship, inclusive enterprise development, technology, and collective power harnessing reflects WEF-K’s commitment to transforming the lives of women, ultimately leading to the positive transformation of communities. Join the movement and be a part of this empowering journey towards economic emancipation for women in Kenya and beyond.
