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WECON Conference
Since 2017 — Pakistan's Women Entrepreneurship Movement

WHERE
WOMEN
LEAD.
Pakistan Grows.

Closing the Gender Gap
in Entrepreneurship 7000+ women engaged · 8 years of impact · 3 policy reports

WECON connects enablers and changemakers — linking women with opportunities, celebrating trailblazers, and building a powerhouse network to drive Pakistan's economy forward.

Explore the Movement → View Research
8+
Years Active
/
7
Conferences & Conclaves
/
3
Policy Reports
/
7000+
Engaged at Conferences
/
300+
Tribe Members
/
8+
Years Active
/
7
Conferences & Conclaves
/
3
Policy Reports
/
7000+
Engaged at Conferences
/
300+
Tribe Members
/
Our Mission

Closing the Gender Gap
in Entrepreneurship

Only 1% of Pakistani women are entrepreneurs — compared to a 26% global average. WECON exists to change that through research, community, policy advocacy, and relentless coalition-building.

1%
Women entrepreneurs in Pakistan
26%
Global average
91%
Hesitate to use formal finance
2026 Theme

WECON
Wussat

Scaling the reach and depth of women's entrepreneurship nationwide

Wussat — meaning expansion — is WECON's 2026 theme. Taking the movement beyond urban centres, deepening impact, and building sustainable pathways to women's economic participation across Pakistan.

Multi-City Expansion Sector Research Digital Reach Provincial Policy New Partnerships
Explore Wussat 2026 →
📍
Multi-City Expansion
Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, and beyond.
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Research Depth
Sector-specific reports on women in tech, agriculture, and creative industries.
🌐
Digital Reach
Virtual mentorship and the upcoming WE-Portal platform.
🏛️
Policy at Scale
Roundtables with provincial governments for localized interventions.
Coming Soon
WE-Portal

Built for Her. Powered by All.

One Platform. Infinite Possibilities for Women-Led Enterprise.

🎓
Mentorship
Connect with experienced mentors
💰
Funding
Access to grants and investors
📚
Resources
Learning materials and tools
👥
Community
Network with fellow entrepreneurs
The Movement

More Than a
Conference.

Launched by Change Mechanics Pvt. Ltd. in 2017, WECON is a year-round ecosystem — partnering with UNESCO, UNDP, British Council, Karandaaz, HEC, NIC, World Bank, and Jazz to close Pakistan's gender gap in entrepreneurship.

Conferences & Conclaves

Defining the Conversation

From Rawalpindi's first conclave to Pakistan's largest women's entrepreneurship conference — each edition has expanded the movement's reach and depth.

Latest Edition · 2025

WECON Masawaat

Equality as the baseline. 1,200+ attendees, 60+ speakers, partnerships with UNESCO and UNDP. Pakistan's largest women's entrepreneurship conference.

2025
WECON Masawaat
Islamabad · 1200+ Attendees
2024
WECON Conclave: Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi · 300+ Entrepreneurs
2023
WECON Conclave: Islamabad
NIC Islamabad · 400+ Attendees
2022
WECON Digital Summit
Virtual · 800+ Participants
2019
WECON Conference
Islamabad · 600+ Attendees
2018
WECON Conference
Islamabad · First Edition
Consultative Sessions

Shaping Policy

WECON convenes government, regulators, and ecosystem players to co-create policy that works for women entrepreneurs.

Roundtable · 2025

Women & Financial Access

Collaborative session with Karandaaz and SBP on improving women's access to formal financial products.

Conclave · 2024

Missing Women Entrepreneurs

Examining why only 1% of Pakistani women are entrepreneurs and what structural changes are needed.

Roundtable · 2023

Digital Economy & Women

Exploring how digital platforms can bridge the gender gap in commerce and employment.

Knowledge & Insights

Research That Drives Change

Data-backed reports and research shaping policy discussions on women's economic participation in Pakistan.

📊
Report

Missing Women Entrepreneurs

Comprehensive research with UNESCO on why only 1% of Pakistani women are entrepreneurs — and what it will take to change that.

Read More →
🏦
Study

Women & Financial Access

Exploring barriers to formal finance for women-led businesses with Karandaaz and SBP.

Read More →
💼
Report

Ecosystem Mapping Report

Mapping Pakistan's entrepreneurship ecosystem through a gender lens — identifying gaps and opportunities.

Read More →
WE E-Bazaar & Expo

The Marketplace

A curated expo showcasing products and services by women-led businesses from across Pakistan.

Exhibit at WECON 2026 →
Enabling Community

The Ecosystem That Empowers

🌐

WE-Tribe

300+ women entrepreneurs in a nationwide mentorship and growth network.

🎯

Pitch Circles

Practice sessions with feedback from mentors and fellow entrepreneurs.

🔗

WECONNECT

Connecting women entrepreneurs with industry leaders and investors.

💪

EmpowerHer

Capacity building for skill development and business fundamentals.

Upcoming Activities

What's Coming

Apr
14
Policy Roundtable: Women & Financial Access
Islamabad · Invite Only · Karandaaz, SBP
Roundtable
May
10
Learning Labs: Digital Marketing for Women Entrepreneurs
Online + NIC Islamabad · Open Registration
Learning Lab
Jun
05
Mentors' Table: Scaling Beyond First Revenue
Islamabad · Tribe Members & Mentors
Mentors' Table
Jul
TBC
Report Launch: Women in Tech Entrepreneurship
Islamabad · Public Event + Livestream
Report Launch
Nov
'26
WECON Conference 2026 — Save the Date
Islamabad · Theme to be Announced
Conference
Stay in the Loop
The WECON Newsletter

Reports, events, community stories, and policy updates from Pakistan's women entrepreneurship movement.

Blogs & Articles

Insights, Stories & Perspectives

Women of Influence – Fiza Farhan | Against all odds, the power of a positive mindset Entrepreneurs

Women of Influence – Fiza Farhan | Against all odds, the power of a positive mindset

Interview Conducted by Fatima Tahir – WECON Team Fiza Farhan is a Pakistani social entrepreneur, business personality, activist and development...

August 2020 · 11 min
WECON STORIES – PARTICLES Entrepreneurs

WECON STORIES – PARTICLES

WECON, 13th April 2019 was a day which brought all the key players of the entrepreneurial ecosystem under one roof....

May 2019 · 1 min
WECON STORIES – PIERRE GEMME Entrepreneurs

WECON STORIES – PIERRE GEMME

Dedicated to bringing forward young talent and enabling the women entrepreneurs, WECON gave an opportunity to Pierre Gemme by HUR...

May 2019 · 1 min
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Call for Partnerships

Let's Build the Future Together

WECON partners with government, international organizations, corporates, and development agencies to scale women's entrepreneurship.

UNESCO UNDP British Council Karandaaz HEC Pakistan NIC Islamabad World Bank Jazz
Become a Partner →