Digital Empowerment Summit 2025

About the Summit

The Digital Empowerment Summit: Women, Finance & Emerging Markets is a high-impact global convening dedicated to advancing digital financial inclusion, fintech innovation, and women's economic empowerment. Hosted by Future Shift Labs (FSL), the summit will bring together government representatives, policymakers, financial sector leaders, and technology pioneers to discuss transformative strategies for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Why Attend?

Engage with Leading Policymakers & Financial Experts
Gain exclusive insights from global leaders shaping the future of digital finance
Build Strategic Partnerships
Connect with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and fintech innovators
Be Part of the Conversation on Digital Economic Empowerment
Contribute to policy discussions and real-world applications

Key Focus Areas

Empowering Women Through Digital Financial Inclusion

Explore the role of gender-inclusive digital ecosystems in enhancing financial independence for women, particularly in emerging markets.

Cross-Border Collaboration for Financial Resilience

Foster international partnerships and knowledge-sharing to scale digital public infrastructure for financial inclusion.

Innovative Policy & Technology Solutions

Address challenges in extending digital finance to underserved communities, including rural populations, micro-businesses, and marginalized groups.

The Future of Fintech & National Identity Systems

Understand how national digital identity systems like Aadhaar and UPI can serve as blueprints for global financial transformation.

Event Agenda

Time	Session	Details
11:00 AM – 11:10 AM	Welcome Note	Speaker: Mr. Nitin Narang A brief introduction to the event, its objectives, and the significance of digital financial inclusion for Global South economies.
11:10 AM – 11:25 AM	Keynote Address	Hon. Shri. Sujeet Kumar Member Of Parliament Reaffirming India's Commitment To Supporting Global South Nations In Adopting Digital Financial Solutions, Highlighting India's DPI.
11:25 AM – 11:40 AM	Cultural Programme	A short, engaging performance to set the tone and showcase India's rich heritage.
11:40 AM – 12:30 PM	India's Financial Stack for Inclusive Growth	Ms. Anhaletau Puri Overview of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), including Aadhaar, UPI, ONDC, and their role in financial inclusion.
11:40 AM – 12:30 PM	Live Case Studies & Beneficiary Stories	Showcasing grassroots integration of India's financial stack through, e.g. Laadli Behena Yojna (Madhya Pradesh) & Lakhpati Didi Yojna, highlighting its impact on women's financial inclusion.
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM	Strategies for Expanding Financial Access Through Digital Solutions	Moderator: Ms. Rimjhim Gaur Representatives from G20, Global South countries share insights on their fintech landscapes, key challenges, and policy priorities. The discussion will explore how India's DPI model can be adopted for their respective economies.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Networking Lunch	Informal discussions and bilateral networking among policymakers, industry leaders, and development partners.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM	A Blueprint for Digital Financial Inclusion; Insights from Industry, Policy & Global Stakeholders	Panelists: (Moderator) Rimjhim Gour Founder - Sapiens Research Professor Narnia Bohler Muller G20 Women, South Africa Representative Alpana Gupta Vice – President, Federal Bank Ms. Moona Yasmin Director (FS & PBI) India Post R Venkatesh SVP & Head- Public Policy, Coin Switch
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM	The Way Forward & Vote of Thanks	Summary of key takeaways and next steps for potential international collaboration and knowledge sharing mechanisms.
4:15 PM Onwards	Networking Tea	A final opportunity for informal discussions and relationship-building.