After receiving financial literacy training from Near East Foundation, Tabarak made a powerful decision that revolutionized her business – transitioning from cash transactions to e-payments. 

This shift streamlined her financial management and opened new doors for her growing business. With e-payments, Tabarak can now easily reach more customers, manage her finances, and continue focusing on what she does best: crafting high-quality, organic beauty products. 

Her story is a brilliant example of how financial literacy can empower entrepreneurs to innovate and succeed in today’s digital economy. 

Watch Tabarak’s journey and see how knowledge can fuel business growth and sustainability. 

Near East Foundation’s latest project in Iraq, Financial Literacy Support for MSMEs, was funded by the German Government and implemented by GIZ Iraq in partnership with NEF. It provided training to 1,900 entrepreneurs in the Basra and Anbar governorates, with 80% of participants being women.