On 20th April, 2024, a significant milestone was reached in the realm of women empowerment within the tech industry as the much-anticipated CodeGrit program was officially launched. Spearheaded by IBA CED in collaboration with CodeGirls by ConsulNet Corporation and the Jaffer Family Foundation (JFF) under the United Global Initiative (UGI), this initiative aims to foster entrepreneurship among women in tech.

Dr. Lalarukh Ejaz, Director of CED, set the stage with an inspiring Opening Note, followed by heartfelt gratitude from Ali Asad Hemani, JFF Foundation, motivating our participants to seize every opportunity. Our first sessions delved into the Entrepreneurial Mindset led by Ms. Kanza Sohail, Lecturer IBA Karachi and Innovation and Design Thinking by Dr. Kamran Mumtaz, Director CILET & Asst. Professor at IBA Karachi

With 30 determined trainees on board, this program is set to transform ideas into actions, paving the way for innovation and empowerment. Stay tuned as CodeGrit continues to empower and inspire women in tech, driving forward a wave of innovation and inclusion.