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The event marked the official inauguration of the Multipurpose Centre (MPC-UAF), in and was arranged by in collaboration with the Kaarvan Crafts Foundation, UN Women, and others

FAISALABAD Nov 6: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali emphasized that equipping female students with modern digital skills and entrepreneurial tools is essential for fostering financial independence and driving national economic growth. The event marked the official inauguration of the Multipurpose Centre (MPC-UAF), in and was arranged by in collaboration with the Kaarvan Crafts Foundation, UN Women, and others Addressing the gathering, UAF Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali stressed that while earning a degree remains fundamental, acquiring market-oriented practical skills is equally vital for navigate the modern job market. He noted that empowering women through knowledge and technology allows them to contribute significantly to their families and the broader economy, assuring full institutional support to ensure the sustainability of the project. Chief Hall Warded Dr Humaira Razzaq said the main purpose of this Digital Learning Hub is to equip our female students with modern digital skills, practical knowledge and opportunities for freelancing, employment and entrepreneurship. Our aim is to help them become skilled, confident and economically independent. The ceremony included formal inauguration proceedings, project overviews, and a guided tour of the facility, which will offer training in digital literacy, software development, data analytics, IT-enabled services, and freelancing. Leaders from partner organizations, including Kaarvan Crafts Foundation CEO Danish Jabbar Khan, Project Director Amina Ali, and TEVTA Director Faiz Ahmad Buzdar, highlighted the role of cross-institutional linkages in creating direct pathways to digital employment and supporting student-led initiatives such as the Wall of Kindness.