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SheSpeaks: Stories, Struggles & Strengths of Young Women Entrepreneurs
Overview:
SheSpeaks is a global online event that celebrates and supports young women entrepreneurs who are making a difference in society. Hosted by the Uddog o Uddokta Japan Association for Women’s Entrepreneurship Day on November 19, 2025, this session gives emerging women leaders a chance to share their stories, including the challenges they face, their successes, and their goals. The event also encourages open discussion about the opportunities, barriers, and support systems that affect women-led businesses today, helping to inspire, connect, and bring together participants from around the world.
Objectives:
- To showcase the experiences and impact of young women entrepreneurs across diverse sectors and regions.
- To provide a platform for sharing lessons, challenges, and aspirations.
- To encourage peer learning and solidarity among women entrepreneurs globally.
- To identify areas where institutions, networks, and communities can provide better support for women-led businesses.
Format:
The 90-minute interactive webinar will feature:
- Opening remarks and a brief keynote address by a senior leader or successful woman entrepreneur.
- Storytelling session where 3–4 young women entrepreneurs share their journeys in 5-minute spotlight talks.
- Panel discussion and audience Q&A focused on the realities of entrepreneurship, including access to finance, mentorship, and market opportunities.
- Reflections and closing remarks summarizing key insights and takeaways.
Speakers:
- Ms. Shailaja Kasaju, Founder and CEO, Tekka, Nepal
- Ms. Yang Huilin, Co-Founder, Gacht Global Trading (Hk) Co. Ltd., China
- Ms. Samira Hossain Mili, CEO, Sanrin Nihingono Gakkou, Bangladesh
- Ms. Chihiro Takahashi, Founder, Kapit Fund, Japan
- Ms. Hnin Pwint Phyu, Co-Founder, Aroma Revive, Malaysia
Expert Panels:
- Dr. Suraya Hanim Binti Mokhtar, Associate Professor and Director, AIU Centre of Excellence in Socio-Economic Development and Innovation (ACE-SEDI), Albukhary International University, Kedah, Malaysia
- Dr. Kosuke Kaneko, Associate Professor, Robert T.Huang Entrepreneurship Center of Kyushu University (QREC), Kyushu University, Japan
- Dr. Forhad Hossain, Assistant Professor, Sophia University, Tokyo, Japan
Host:
MS. Jahan Ruma Akhter Shirin, CEO, Uddog o Uddokta, Bangladesh
Schedule:
- 10:00 – 10:10 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
- 10:10 – 10:35 | Entrepreneur Spotlight (5 Presentations)
- 10:35 – 11:25 | Panel Discussion: Challenges, Opportunities and Strategic Guidance
- 11:25 – 11:30 | Closing Remarks
Expected Outcomes:
- Greater awareness and recognition of young women entrepreneurs’ contributions to innovation and sustainable growth.
- Strengthened the global community of women changemakers who can collaborate and support each other.
- Identification of actionable recommendations and support mechanisms to help women entrepreneurs thrive.
Target Audience:
- Young and aspiring women entrepreneurs
- Business leaders and investors
- Policymakers, mentors, and support organizations
- Students and professionals interested in women’s economic empowerment
Organizer Introduction
- This webinar is organized by Uddog o Uddokta Japan Association (UUJP), a registered non-profit social organization in Japan dedicated to promoting and supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. UUJP works to build the capacity of entrepreneurs through research, training, and consulting, connecting global and Japanese entrepreneurial experiences. With a mission to foster knowledge, empower emerging entrepreneurs, and create sustainable business ecosystems, UUJP serves as a bridge between Japan and developing nations to achieve inclusive economic and social development.