From Solidarity to Transformation!

At the #FiresideChat: Seeding Strength to Unlock Finance for Women-led Rural Enterprises and Cooperatives in Asia on September 24th, Parbati Neupane — Founding Chairperson of the Social Entrepreneurs Women’s Alliance (SEWA), Nepal.

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📷 Watch Sangita’s inspiring story — a testament to the power of women-led cooperatives in driving economic and social change.

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Through unity, trust, and determination, Sangita and her fellow women farmers are building a movement that empowers thousands and reshapes rural food systems across India.

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Watch his thoughts on how collaborative finance and inclusive policy can transform rural economies across Asia.

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By fostering strategic partnerships, innovation hubs, and de-risking mechanisms like portfolio guarantees, the EU is helping financial institutions design solutions tailored for women-led SMEs and cooperatives — enabling them to grow with confidence and resilience.

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Women-led cooperatives can scale their enterprises, build their brands, and transform food systems for generations to come.

📷 Watch Parbati’s reflections from the #FiresideChat under the #SeedingStrength campaign.

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