In today’s time a business not only needs to invest capital but also needs human capital to ensure returns on the investments. With talent shortages projected to become more severe in both developed and the developing world. It is important for businesses to have access to local female talent. In the region we have a significant number of women who possess a great resource of talent, encouraging these women to join the work force and assisting them to set a career path will not only help boosting the regional economy but also will be beneficial to communities, companies and Organizations. It is imperative for businesses to integrate women into the workforce and empower them for leadership roles. Engaging women to take leadership roles and to support and empower women entrepreneurs is one of the keys to help maintain and accelerate the economic growth rate in the region. Companies and governments have strongly considered and continue to implement policies to promote opportunities for women.
