Facebook launches a new unique initiative in Pakistan

Facebook launches a new unique initiative in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD - *Facebook on Tuesday launched a new and unique initiative in Pakistan. *

*Facebook launched its #SheMeansBusiness program with the Universal Service Fund (USF) and the Punjab IT Board (PITB) in Lahore, according to a statement.*

The program helps equip women entrepreneurs with the knowledge, connections, skills and technology required to build and grow their businesses online.

Aligned with Digital Pakistan's mission, Facebook's #SheMeansBusiness partnership with USF and PITB aims to reach 20,000 women across Pakistan over the next three years, delivering digital skills training with a focus on small business development and online safety.

The PITB partnership includes a three month digital literacy program offered as part of PITB's 'Herself' initiative.