IBPC Qatar Launches Women Excellence Network to Empower Indian Women in Qatar: The Indian Business and Professionals Council (IBPC) Qatar has officially launched the IBPC Women Excellence Network (IWEN). a dynamic new initiative aimed at empowering Indian women professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders in Qatar. The vibrant launch event took place at the Ibis Hotel in Doha and attracted a diverse group of attendees, including prominent Indian women, community changemakers, and representatives from other diplomatic missions.

Inaugurating the event, Sandhya Bhatt, Second Secretary at the Embassy of India to Qatar, praised the initiative for creating a dedicated and inspiring platform to support and celebrate the achievements of Indian women in Qatar’s professional and social spheres. She emphasized the importance of such networks in driving inclusive growth and creating meaningful opportunities.

A Vision for Empowerment
Thaha Muhammed, President of IBPC Qatar, welcomed the guests with a compelling speech outlining the vision and strategic direction behind IWEN. He highlighted the need for a structured platform to harness the talents, ideas, and leadership of Indian women in Qatar.

Following this, Shubhi Sharma, Vice President of IBPC, introduced the “IWEN Souls” — a group of passionate initiative leaders who will spearhead IWEN’s key programs and drive its mission forward.

A Holistic Approach to Women’s Development
As part of the launch, IBPC unveiled an ambitious suite of empowerment initiatives designed to uplift women across various dimensions of life — from professional growth to personal well-being. These programs include:
- Reignite – Supporting women returning to work after a career break
- MoneyWise – Financial literacy and economic empowerment
- Nurture – Resources for parenting and family balance
- SheEO – Entrepreneurial support and startup mentoring
- Bliss – A happiness and mental wellness clinic
- Strive – Fitness and physical wellness programs
- Evolve – Career development and leadership skills
- Thrive – Soft skills and personal branding
- e-mpowHer – Online learning and virtual networking
- Spark – A platform to showcase talents and passions
- Amplify – Public relations, visibility, and storytelling for women
Each initiative lead delivered a short presentation, offering insights into how their program will foster mentorship, community collaboration, and personal development.

A New Chapter for Women in Qatar
The launch of IWEN marks a significant step forward in creating a sustainable ecosystem for Indian women in Qatar, enabling them to thrive both professionally and personally. It sets the stage for meaningful partnerships, cross-cultural dialogue, and community impact.
IBPC Qatar continues to play a crucial role in advancing Indo-Qatari ties, and through IWEN, it now strengthens its commitment to gender inclusivity, leadership, and economic empowerment.