AccessBank held another series of training sessions within the framework of the "Women's Empowerment Centers in Azerbaijan" project, implemented by the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) in conjunction with the "Improving the Living Conditions of Internally Displaced Persons in Azerbaijan" project, implemented by the State Committee for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons.

The training, organized in Baku, focused on increasing financial literacy. During the training, Rauf Agayev, Regional Manager of Thomaz International-Azerbaijan, led discussions on "What to Consider When Borrowing a Loan: Pros and Cons." Ilkin Agayev, a representative of the Azerbaijan Credit Bureau (AKB), spoke about the activities and services of the AKB. Hikmet Aliyev and Orkhan Akhundov, representatives of the insurance company Pasha Sigorta, conducted a session titled "Together Without Risk: The Importance of the Insured for Business."

Parvin Kahramanova, a representative of the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan, explained to entrepreneurs "What is Financial Literacy?" and discussed the "Financial Literacy Resources of the Central Bank." She also familiarized entrepreneurs with the conditions created for professional development and selecting suitable financial services.

Following this, Parvin Mammadov, a representative of AccessBank, conducted a session for entrepreneurs on "Consumer Rights Protection" and answered participants' questions.

At a training session held in the city of Lankaran, clinical psychologist Konul Gasimova discussed "Emotional Intelligence and Client Relationships" with women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of emotions in communications.

A training session organized in the city of Ganja primarily focused on "Enhancing Financial Literacy." Women entrepreneurs received guidance on effective business and financial resource management.

With the support of AccessBank, the next training sessions will be held in the cities of Ganja and Sheki, focusing on topics such as "Emotional Intelligence and Client Relationships," "Financial Literacy and Access to Finance," "Photo Sessions for SMM," and "Women's Leadership and Enhancing the Role of Women in Decision-Making Processes."

AccessBank, a pioneer in the microfinancing market, has been providing services to small and medium-sized enterprises since 2002. The Bank's shareholders include the Asian Development Bank, the European Investment Bank, the International Finance Corporation, and other international organizations and investment funds. With 35 branch offices, including 14 in Baku and 21 in regions, AccessBank continues to offer accessible financing options for MSMEs. For more detailed information on the branh offices, please follow: http://bit.ly/accessbank-filiallar

For more information on the services provided by AccessBank, call 151 or visit the website at www.accessbank.az. You can also follow the bank's social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.

*AccessBank CJSC operates under license No. 245 dated 25 October 2002, issued by the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The bank's Head Office is located at 3 Tbilisi avenue, Yasamal district, Baku city.