She’s Next is a global initiative aimed at supporting women who dream of starting their own business or are already growing one. Our bank has become Visa’s key partner in launching the first wave of the program in Uzbekistan.
Supporting women is one of the key pillars of Ipak Yuli Bank’s ESG strategy. We believe that every successful business begins with a bold decision - to start. By supporting She’s Next, we help women in Uzbekistan take that first step, gain confidence, knowledge, and the support they need to grow. For us, it’s not only about developing financial products, but also about creating an ecosystem where entrepreneurship becomes a natural part of culture and opportunity for everyone.
Women participated in the project across the CISSEE region, covering 17 countries (Ukraine, Georgia, CIS nations, and Southeast Europe)
Winners received financial grants to launch or grow their businesses
Total amount of financial grants awarded to She’s Next winners
Supporting women and developing female entrepreneurship are key priorities of Ipak Yuli Bank. Through She’s Next with Visa, we help women in Uzbekistan bring bold ideas to life and grow their businesses.
Saidahmedov Saidabror Saidiagzamovich
Chairman of the Board (CEO)
We believe ideas are born where dialogue and experience meet. She’s Next unites women from different fields, creating an open space for inspiration and support where every woman can share her ideas and find like-minded people.
Trust is the foundation of growth and partnership. Visa and Ipak Yuli Bank help women believe in themselves, unlock potential, and build sustainable businesses step by step. We trust women with the future and stand by them at every stage.
She’s Next is a movement forward. Through education, mentorship, and financial support, participants gain the tools to grow. Growth is not an instant result but a journey — one we make inspiring, meaningful, and successful.
"She’s Next is a global Visa initiative that has helped hundreds of thousands of women start and grow businesses. In Uzbekistan, we launch it with Ipak Yuli Bank to provide knowledge and support, inspiring participants to move boldly forward.
Bekhzod Abdurakhmanov
Visa Regional Manager in Uzbekistan
The first wave of She’s Next in Uzbekistan is launched under the concept “Boshlang!”, which means “Start!” in Uzbek language. It reflects the idea that you don’t need to wait for perfect conditions to begin your journey - the most important thing is to take the first step.
The program was announced during Visa Fashion Week Tashkent, an event that celebrates creativity, leadership, and women’s empowerment. The concept was visually reflected in a fashion collection by designer Nigora Khashimova, created in collaboration with Ipak Yuli Bank. The collaboration with the designer presents a collection of jackets featuring aesthetic elements of imperfection that symbolize the essence of the “Boshlang” concept, along with expressive seams that reflect the journey of growth and aspiration upward.
Through this imagery, Visa and Ipak Yuli Bank translate the message that entrepreneurship is a journey, not a finished product - and that every woman can start today. This is exactly what She’s Next stands for: helping women believe in themselves, overcome the fear of imperfection, and begin building their businesses across various industries right now.
Women entrepreneurs or those who are planning to start their own business.
No — training and participation in the program are always free of charge.
- Application submission;
- Review and selection of finalists;
- Support and mentoring;
- Final stage — awarding recognitions.
On the Ipak Yuli Bank page, the official program website, as well as in the Telegram channel and social media of the organizers.
