Enhancing Skills for - and Leadership by - Women in Bangladesh

On 16 October 2025, the Green Skills Summit 2025 brought together youth, industry leaders, and development partners, with a focus on enhancing access to employment opportunities, leadership roles, and decision-making positions.

The initiative is part of the Team Europe Initiative on Climate and Energy in Bangladesh, which is mobilising EUR 3.7 billion.

The Summit featured inspiring messages from Marjeta Jager, Deputy Director-General of DG INTPA, European Commission, emphasizing Europe’s commitment to partnerships for climate resilience and inclusive growth, and from Michael Miller, EU Ambassador to Bangladesh, highlighting Shoktikonna’s critical role in preparing women leaders for the green economy.

EU Delegation to Bangladesh

EU Delegation to Bangladesh

EU Delegation to Bangladesh

More about Shoktikonna: https://www.shoktikonna.org/

Press articles:

• EU supports Shoktikonna to bridge gender gaps in green energy
• Shoktikonna 2025: Empowering women in green energy transition
• EU stands with Bangladesh for green transition, Michael Miller says

Social media posts:

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