Initiatives
NEWFin Initiatives
The NEWFin initiative empowers women in finance through career development, advocacy, and networking, fostering growth, inclusivity, and professional advancement in the sector.
Advancement and Career Development
At NEWFin, we are committed to advancing women in finance through training, workshops, and career development programs. Partnering with top local and international institutes, we equip women with essential skills and knowledge for their professional journey. Our approach includes seminars on work-life balance, goal setting, and research on flexible work policies, ensuring career growth while addressing evolving industry needs and workplace challenges. By piloting flexible work arrangements and mentorship programs, we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where women can thrive, lead, and advance in their careers.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
NEWFin's advocacy and community engagement efforts are centered on promoting gender diversity and fostering a supportive ecosystem for women in finance. By publishing annual scorecards and recognizing top-performing institutions, we highlight the progress toward gender diversity. Our community engagement extends to organizing networking sessions with higher education institutions and family days, celebrating the contributions of women and promoting an equity mindset. These initiatives are crucial in increasing community involvement, contributing to a cultural shift towards recognizing and valuing the contributions of women in the finance sector.
Networking and Collaboration
Networking is key to NEWFin’s mission. We host events on financial literacy and leadership, along with an online mentorship platform and roundtables for growth. These initiatives connect women with mentors, industry leaders, and peers, fostering support, knowledge sharing, and collaboration in finance.
Growth and Sustainability
NEWFin is dedicated to expanding its reach and ensuring its long-term sustainability. Through targeted membership drives and strategic partnerships with financial institutions, we aim to grow our community of individuals and organizations committed to advancing women in finance. Financial sustainability is achieved by identifying potential sponsors and offering tailored training program packages. This strategic approach ensures that NEWFin continues to serve as a dynamic and influential network, driving change and promoting the advancement of women in the financial sector.
Partnership
Our partnership strategy is about leveraging collective strengths for greater impact. By identifying and entering into strategic partnerships, NEWFin aims to expand its collaborative networks and design programs that address the needs of women in finance. Through joint efforts in organizing financial wellness bootcamps and publishing case studies on best practices, we utilize our partners' expertise and outreach to further our goals, creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for women in the sector.
Financial Access and Inclusion
NEWFin empowers women in Ethiopia’s financial ecosystem by enhancing financial literacy through workshops, online courses, and accessible learning materials. We advocate for women-centric financial products through research and partnerships while supporting underserved women by strengthening self-help groups and improving financial access. By tracking progress in knowledge, income, and asset growth, NEWFin drives meaningful change toward financial inclusion.