MTB wins most innovative women empowerment initiatives – award 2024
Mutual Trust Bank PLC (MTB) has been honoured with the most innovative women empowerment initiatives—banking—Bangladesh 2024 award by Women's Tabloid.
The award recognises its impactful and innovative woman empowerment project under the Bank's flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
This flagship initiative was launched to empower underprivileged women through skill development, financial literacy, microfinance, and digital banking solutions. The Graphic Design Course is a standout feature, organised in partnership with Creative IT Institute. This course benefits many women by providing them with practical digital skills and opening doors to new career opportunities. The program also includes mentoring and entrepreneurial support to promote long-term financial independence.
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Besides, the Financial Literacy and Inclusion Program targets 250 women from marginalised communities, including farmers, micro-entrepreneurs, and students. By fostering financial literacy through workshops and instant account opening via MTB's E-KYC platform, the program integrates women into the formal financial system, reducing reliance on informal channels.
Syed Mahbubur Rahman, MD & CEO of the Bank, remarked, "This award underscores our dedication to empowering women and driving their journey toward financial self-reliance."
MTB continues to foster inclusivity and create sustainable pathways for women's growth in Bangladesh's evolving economy.
