Scaling up projects is key to lasting impact! On May 14, 2025, Forum for Women Development and Research - White Ribbon Alliance Pakistan Chapter in collaboration with Health Services Academy, held a session led by Dr Haris Ahmed on the Science of Scaling Up. The session was chaired by Dr Shahzad Ali Khan, who emphasized the need to adapt projects to changing country scenarios. Dr Haris highlighted ExpandNet/WHO frameworks and tools designed to help policymakers, program managers, and experts plan and implement sustainable scaling strategies. He stressed that successful scaling requires deliberate, systematic planning beyond technical solutions, integrating political, managerial, and organizational approaches for lasting impact. (fb)

Did you know that in 2023, over 200,000 women in Kenya and Nigeria shared their aspirations for economic empowerment through the ‘What Women Want’ campaign? Here are some key insights from their responses: - 64% of women identify the lack of start-up capital or equipment as a major barrier to achieving their goals. - 45% believe access to funding is essential for turning their dreams into reality. - 28% emphasize the crucial role of family support in their journey toward success. Learn more about the ‘What Women Want’campaign, supported by Bill and Melinda Gates foundation, and how it’s helping empower women in Kenya and Nigeria: https://www.gatesfoundation.org/ideas/womens-economic-power/nigeria-kenya-report (fb)