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Jazz connected with students at a networking night hosted by Lahore University of Management Sciences. We explored diverse career paths within Jazz, where soft skills such as communication, analytical thinking, and adaptability are highly valued. The interactive session also highlighted our inclusive work culture and the exciting opportunities available through our flagship Jazz Associate Program and Summer Internship Program. It was inspiring to witness the enthusiasm of these future leaders as they engaged in meaningful conversations about shaping their professional journeys. Here's to building a stronger, more inclusive workforce!

Reflecting on Women Entrepreneurship Day, we emphasize our ongoing commitment to fostering digital and economic inclusion for women across Pakistan. Through our collaboration with UNDP on the WISE Bootcamp, we have empowered 428 women social entrepreneurs across 69 districts to establish 222 social enterprises, aligning with 16 Sustainable Development Goals. This initiative is a testament to our dedication to driving sustainable growth and empowering women to transform their communities. In partnership with UN Women, our Digital Literacy Program continues to break barriers by reaching over 200 rural locations, hosting 50 events, and activating nearly 5,000 female SIM users. By equipping micro-entrepreneurs and underprivileged home-based female workers with essential data and financial literacy skills, this initiative is enabling 10,000 women—despite cultural challenges in areas such as Quetta, Multan, Karachi, Swabi, and Lahore—to integrate technology into their lives and livelihoods. At Jazz, we remain steadfast in our mission to bridge the gender digital divide and create opportunities that drive inclusive progress to improve the lives and livelihoods of women across Pakistan.

Jazz continues to champion the inclusion agenda with unwavering commitment. At WECON 2024: Mumkin Hai!, we partnered with changemakers to spotlight the extraordinary potential of women entrepreneurs in Pakistan, celebrating Women Entrepreneurs Day. This flagship initiative by Change Mechanics showcased the power of collaboration, networking, and innovation in building a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem for women. Our Head of Communications and ESG, Fatima Akhtar, delivered a compelling keynote, reaffirming that investing in women is not just CSR—it’s a strategic business imperative for Jazz as we lead the charge for sustainable growth and inclusion. Additionally, through the Agent-Based Digital Skills Campaign in partnership with GSMA, our Jazz Sales Academy hosted a transformative "Training of Trainers" (ToTs) session. This initiative equipped our salesforce with critical skills to engage first-time mobile internet users and focused on creating pathways for women to excel in our sales team, empowering them to connect with untapped female segments of our audience. Our Head of DEI, Rabia Khattak, also participated as a panelist in an event held by UNDP to have meaningful conversations around the recently launched National Human Development Report (NHDR) 2024 titled "Doing Digital for Development: Access, Adopt, Anticipate, and Accelerate." This event aimed to raise awareness of the report's findings, which highlight the critical need for equitable access to digital technology to enhance Pakistan's human development outcomes.

For the first time, Jazz participated in the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP) under the framework of the UNFCCC Paris Agreement to limit global warming to below 1.5°C. Held in Baku, Azerbaijan, COP29 marked a pivotal moment as Jazz joined the live broadcast session, “A Blueprint for Green Telcos – From Mobile Network Pledges to Net Zero Progress”, organized by We Don’t Have Time and GSMA. During this session, Jazz collaborated with the mobile industry association and global leaders to delve into transformative climate strategies shaping the telecom industry's future. Key themes included emissions transparency, aligning sustainability goals with financing, and integrating eco-friendly innovations into customer offerings. This critical discussion coincided with the inaugural COP Digitalization Day as part of the Green Digital Action track, highlighting the indispensable role of digital technology in advancing the Paris Agreement's goals for a greener, more resilient world. For more details and full broadcast: https://lnkd.in/dt-Z8rXh #COP29 #GreenTelcos #SustainabilityInTech

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Jazz’s Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Ibrar Khan, recently visited FAST University to engage with final-year IT and engineering students. He shared his extensive experience as an entrepreneur and mentor to numerous businesses. Drawing from his journey of building and managing successful ventures, he provided actionable advice on career planning, industry selection, and preparing for life after graduation. At Jazz, we are deeply committed to improving lives and livelihoods across Pakistan. By empowering the next generation of leaders with knowledge and opportunities, we aim to drive positive change and build a brighter future for the communities we serve.

Jazz has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by transitioning to a 4G-only mobile broadband network, making it the first telecom operator in the country to fully phase out 3G services. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gv-umwkR

Highlights from COP29 Azerbaijan 15 November - A blueprint for green telcos – From mobile network pledges to net zero progress As the countdown to 2030 accelerates, the pressure mounts for mobile network operators to not only reduce emissions but to redefine their role in the fight against climate change. With just five years left to reach key sustainability targets, are operators moving fast enough? What bold steps are required to halve their emissions by 2030 and make a real impact? In this dynamic session organized by the GSMA, the mobile industry association, industry leaders will dive into the climate strategies shaping the future of telecoms. We’ll explore transformative practices such as emissions transparency, linking sustainability goals with financing, and embedding innovative, eco-friendly solutions into customer offerings. Join us to see how these strategies are being woven into the fabric of business operations, setting a new standard for climate responsibility across the sector. This discussion comes on the eve of the inaugural COP Digitalisation Day and forms part of the Green Digital Action track - spotlighting the crucial role of digital technology in achieving the Paris Agreement goals. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insight into the strategies powering a greener, more resilient future for telecoms. Speakers: Hui Mien Lee, Head, Group Environmental Sustainability, Singtel Steven Moore, Head of Climate Action, GSMA Mats Pellbäck Scharp, Founder and CEO, Carpe Futura Mehwish Ramzan, ESG Manager, Jazz Organizers: We Don't Have Time GSMA Follow all sessions from COP29 on: https://lnkd.in/d3FncYpG

“Insurance now needs to be viewed as a utility, solving real problems for its buyers—not just as an artefact,” emphasized Ali Naseer in his thought-provoking presentation at #PakistanInsurtechSummitII. Jazz shares this vision of insurance as an essential tool for financial resilience. Our latest offering, FikrFree embodies this approach—aiming to make insurance accessible, relevant, and responsive to real needs. Fikrfree is designed for today’s digital landscape, helping people protect what matters most with ease and confidence. #FutureOfInsurance #DigitalPakistan #Insurtech #FinancialResilience #JazzPakistan #Fikrfree

At the Unilever 'Sustainability Accelerated' event, Chief People Officer, Jazz, Tazeen Shahid participated in a panel discussion on Fair Wage. Fair wages play a vital role in ESG commitments, as they enable workers to focus on long-term well-being, which in turn supports healthier, more resilient communities capable of contributing to climate action. The discussion highlighted the importance of fair wage in empowering communities and promoting sustainable livelihoods. At Jazz, we are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable work environment that supports our people and the planet. We drive this commitment through initiatives like fair wage practices, transitioning our energy sources to solar at over 400 sites, reducing single-use plastics, and innovating sustainable operations to reduce our environmental footprint. Through such efforts, we are embedding ESG deeply into our culture, reinforcing our commitment to a healthier planet and more resilient communities. #SustainabilityAccelerated #SustainabilityAccelerated #SustainabilityInAction