Kaarvan Crafts Foundation

02/04/2026

At University of the Punjab’s Department of Digital Media, Monitoring, Mentorship, and the Future of Digital Education came together through a high-level engagement by UN Women Pakistan and KOICA Pakistan Office / 파키스탄 사무소 at the Multi-Purpose Center for Women—established under the initiative and implemented by Kaarvan Crafts Foundation. The day evolved into a collaborative space where curriculum was shaped through student insights, program milestones were articulated by Amina Ali, and beneficiary journeys transformed data into meaning. Adding another layer to this exchange, rising young women-led businesses engaged with students and the wider team—sharing experiences, navigating challenges, and translating learning into practice. With the presence of Sodam Baek, Sidra Humayun, Zarene Zuberi, Prof. Savera Mujib Shami, and Sana Naveed Khan, the engagement reinforced a collective direction—where digital education is continuously shaped through listening, alignment, and lived realities.

19/03/2026

Economic empowerment begins with awareness and access.

Through the WEE-2 Program, Kaarvan — in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan — conducted a connectivity session at the Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry Bahawalpur, in partnership with the Chamber’s Incubation Center and the Women Development Department.

During the session, 30 Women-Owned Businesses (WOBs) were successfully registered for a one-month Digital Marketing and Business Development training program—designed to strengthen digital presence, business communication, and market readiness.

As we continue our work across Bahawalpur, reaching over 1,000 individuals through community mapping, mobilization, and awareness-building, each session becomes a step toward increased financial confidence and informed decision-making.

Together, these efforts build not just skills but systems of support—creating lasting inclusion, empowerment, and financial resilience for all.

17/03/2026

Economic empowerment begins with awareness and access.

Through the WEE-2 Program, Kaarvan — in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan — a connectivity session with Farmers Development Organization (FDO), 20 Women-Owned Businesses (WOBs) were successfully registered for a one-month Digital Skills Training Program, sponsored by PTCL. This initiative is designed to strengthen digital capabilities and open new pathways for income generation.

The training will cover essential areas including Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, Graphic Designing, AI tools for platforms like Daraz, Basic IT Skills, and Freelancing—equipping participants with practical, market-relevant skills.

As we continue our work across Bahawalpur, reaching over 1,000 individuals through community mapping, mobilization, and awareness-building, each session becomes a step toward increased financial confidence and informed decision-making.

Together, these efforts build not just skills but systems of support—creating lasting inclusion, empowerment, and financial resilience for all.

28/02/2026

Under the WEE-2 Program, Kaarvan Crafts Foundation, in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan, has formalized a partnership with The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan, signing an MoU that anchors a shared commitment to women’s economic empowerment across the region.

Through this collaboration — including the Department of Data Science - IUB — Kaarvan is reaching over 1,000 women and gender-diverse individuals across Bahawalpur, strengthening digital inclusion, market access, and sustainable livelihood pathways through institutional synergy.

26/02/2026

Marking a significant step forward, Kaarvan Crafts Foundation and The Women University Multan, Pakistan have formalized a partnership under the D4WEE initiative supported by UN Women Pakistan and KOICA Pakistan Office / 파키스탄 사무소 to launch a Digital Learning Hub. Designed as a platform for training, mentorship, and applied learning, the Hub aims to strengthen women’s digital competencies while deepening collaboration between the university and the communities it serves.

23/02/2026

We proudly inaugurated the Multi-Purpose Center for Women at University of the Punjab Department of Digital Media under the Digitalization for Women’s Economic Empowerment (D4WEE) project, supported by UN Women Pakistan and implemented by Kaarvan Crafts Foundation.

D4WEE goes beyond digital access — it builds confidence, capability, and connection to real economic pathways. Because in today’s world, access alone is not enough. Opportunity is what creates impact.

23/02/2026

A space. A beginning. A doorway to possibility.

At University of the Punjab Department of Digital Media, we inaugurated the Multi-Purpose Center for Women under the Digitalization for Women’s Economic Empowerment (D4WEE) initiative — supported by UN Women Pakistan and implemented by Kaarvan Crafts Foundation.

This center represents more than infrastructure. It represents young women stepping into digital literacy, financial confidence, and new livelihood pathways. Because transformation happens when access becomes opportunity.

03/02/2026

Home chefs stepped into the world of entrepreneurship with tools designed for scale and sustainability. Through in-person sessions on marketing, content creation, and social media, followed by online training in financial literacy and e-commerce, participants gained clarity on how to grow, price, promote, and manage their culinary businesses in the digital age.

These learnings are shaping more than menus—they’re building confidence, income, and long-term livelihoods.



Caseiro Cuisine Handmade Virsa

30/01/2026

UN Women Pakistan convened Implementing Partners, with support from The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Islamabad and the KOICA Pakistan Office / 파키스탄 사무소, to align strategies and standards under the UN Women Strategic Plan 2023–2027.

The orientation highlighted the power of coordinated implementation—advancing digital inclusion, market access, the care economy, private sector engagement, and gender-responsive humanitarian and climate-resilient action.

When partnerships align, investments turn into sustained impact for all. women and girls.

27/01/2026

📍Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad & Bahawalpur

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•⁠ ⁠Women-Led Enterprises
•⁠ ⁠Age: 35 years & below

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•⁠ ⁠One year of structured, expert-led learning
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26/01/2026

Where digital access meets women’s enterprise, a vibrant energy unfolded at Uraan Exhibition Chapter 24 at Emporium Mall, Lahore. Digitally enabled young women entrepreneurs from Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan came together in a shared marketplace—engaging in real-time market linkages while learning from one another. Through lived exchange, skills in customer interaction, negotiation, product presentation, design refinement, and pricing were strengthened, turning participation itself into practice. Uraan continues to serve as a bridge between creativity and urban opportunity.

UN Women Pakistan

16/10/2025

Economic empowerment begins with awareness and access.

Under the WEE-2 Program, Kaarvan — in collaboration with UN Women Pakistan — is reaching over 1,000 women and gender-diverse individuals across Bahawalpur. Through area mapping, community mobilization, and awareness sessions, participants are being guided to access public social security, technical programs, and legal protections. These sessions are followed by knowledge-building activities in collaboration with the Punjab Women Protection Authority — helping participants navigate public sector social security and vocational training opportunities.

Together, these efforts build not just skills but systems of support—creating lasting inclusion, empowerment, and resilience for all.

The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Islamabad