{"id":142666,"date":"2024-10-01T18:47:28","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T18:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=142666"},"modified":"2024-10-01T18:48:05","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T18:48:05","slug":"womens-chamber-of-industry-and-commerce-wcic-holds-the-39th-agm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/womens-chamber-of-industry-and-commerce-wcic-holds-the-39th-agm\/","title":{"rendered":"Women\u2019s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) Holds the 39th AGM"},"content":{"rendered":"

Women\u2019s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) Holds the 39th AGM<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Celebrating Progress and Success in 2023\/24!<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Colombo, Sri Lanka \u2013 28th September 2024; <\/em>The Women\u2019s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking a pivotal moment in the organization\u2019s 39-year journey. Established in 1985 as the world\u2019s first chamber dedicated to empowering women, WCIC remains committed to fostering female entrepreneurship, leadership, and professional development across Sri Lanka. This year\u2019s AGM, led by Chairperson Anoji De Silva and the 15-member board, celebrated the chamber’s achievements during the 2023\/24 term while setting the stage for future growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

During the event, the leadership team highlighted WCIC\u2019s enduring commitment to creating sustainable businesses, advocating for women\u2019s participation in the economy, and breaking down barriers for female entrepreneurs. Over the past year, the chamber has made significant strides, forging impactful partnerships with organizations such as the Center for Private Enterprise (CIPE), OAV (German Asia Pacific Organization), UNESCAP, Globally Cool, SAARC Chamber of Commerce and USAID to name a few. These collaborations have provided vital support to women entrepreneurs, particularly in financial literacy, export readiness, and digital marketing. WCIC made a notable stride in its efforts to spread the wings with the first provincial chapter being set up in the Northern Province.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As part of the official proceedings, Ms. Gayani De Alwis was elected as the Chairperson for 2024-2025 and a new board appointed. \u00a0In her acceptance speech, she expressed deep gratitude to WCIC\u2019s founders and past chairs for their visionary leadership, vowing to build on their legacy by growing membership, expanding reach, and empowering women entrepreneurs to build inclusive, sustainable businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI am honored and humbled to accept the role of Chairperson at the 39th Annual General Meeting of WCIC. Together with our dynamic board, we will continue to build on WCIC\u2019s rich history of supporting women entrepreneurs and leaders. We are stronger together, and I am committed to giving my best to empower women and drive economic growth,\u201d said Gayani De Alwis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outgoing Chairperson Anoji De Silva expressed her appreciation for the board\u2019s support during her three-year tenure, noting the successful completion of numerous impactful programs aimed at empowering women. She wished the new board success in continuing WCIC\u2019s exceptional work and elevating the organization to new heights.<\/span><\/p>\n

Notable Achievements and Collaborations in 2023\/24<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

WCIC, with 67% of its membership comprising women entrepreneurs and 33% businesswomen, has been instrumental in empowering its members through various initiatives. Key achievements include:<\/span><\/p>\n