She’s Next Pakistan 2025: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through Technology, Mentorship, and Opportunity
Women-led innovation in Pakistan is gaining strong momentum, and She’s Next Pakistan 2025, powered by Visa in partnership with HBL, is playing a pivotal role in accelerating this transformation.
Designed as a dedicated platform for women entrepreneurs, She’s Next Pakistan aims to bridge the gap between ambition and execution by providing access to mentorship, funding, and practical business guidance—especially for women building businesses in tech, digital services, and modern commerce.
What Is She’s Next Pakistan?
She’s Next Pakistan is an entrepreneurship initiative that supports women founders across the country by helping them turn ideas into scalable, sustainable businesses. The program focuses on:
- Expert mentorship from industry leaders
- Tailored guidance for business growth
- Access to funding opportunities
- A strong community of like-minded women entrepreneurs
The initiative is especially relevant for tech-enabled startups, digital platforms, and innovation-driven businesses.
Meet the Winners of She’s Next Pakistan (1st Edition)
The first edition of She’s Next Pakistan highlighted some remarkable women who are redefining entrepreneurship through technology, education, and digital innovation.
Notable Winners Include:
- Sadaf Rehman – Co-founder, CodeSchool
Empowering students with 21st-century skills like coding, computational thinking, and problem-solving. - Ziana Sakhia – CEO & Co-founder, Bechlo.pk
- Hira Javaid – CEO, Foster Learning
- Ayesha Awan – Co-founder, SocialBu
- Rida Zainab
These founders are not only building businesses but also addressing real societal and technological gaps in Pakistan.
Grant, Mentorship, and Real Impact
One of the most impactful aspects of the program is its $10,000 grant, designed to help women entrepreneurs take their businesses to the next level.
What Winners Receive:
- 💰 $10,000 business grant
- 🤝 Structured mentorship
- 🚀 Pitch preparation and growth support
Beyond funding, the program emphasizes capacity building, financial literacy, and digital tools—key elements for sustainable growth in today’s tech-driven economy.
Key Dates for She’s Next Pakistan 2025
- Application Submission: 10 Nov – 5 Jan
- Shortlisting: 5 Jan – 20 Jan
- Finalists Bootcamp: 23 Jan – 7 Feb
- Grand Finale: 9 Feb
Entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply early and leverage this opportunity for structured growth.
What Participants Are Saying
Participants consistently highlight the program’s real-world impact:
“The Visa She’s Next program was a game-changer, offering actionable insights into business growth and digital strategies.”
— Dr. Adiba Noor, Founder & CEO, if.lifestyle
“An empowering initiative that significantly impacted my business.”
— Uzma Irfan Awan, Founder/CEO
These testimonials reinforce the program’s value for women operating in digital, fintech, e-commerce, and tech-enabled sectors.
Backed by Strong Partners
- Visa – Global leader in payment technology
- HBL – Strategic banking partner
- Katalyst Labs – Execution partner
In addition, Visa’s Practical Business Skills Program offers free learning resources to help entrepreneurs start, manage, and scale their businesses using modern digital tools.
Why She’s Next Matters for Pakistan’s Tech Ecosystem
As Pakistan’s startup and tech ecosystem evolves, inclusive platforms like She’s Next are critical for ensuring women founders have equal access to opportunities, funding, and networks.
She’s Next Pakistan is not just a program—it’s a catalyst for long-term, tech-driven economic inclusion.
Final Thought
If you are a woman entrepreneur in Pakistan—especially in technology, digital platforms, fintech, or education—She’s Next Pakistan 2025 is an opportunity worth exploring.
