The FemTech Innovation Hub Pakistan (FIHP) is a startup development programme funded by the Gates Foundation, hosted by the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship (LCE) and implemented in collaboration with the Center for Economic Research in Pakistan (CERP). The programme supported founders developing innovative solutions for women’s health and well-being, providing incubation support through workshops and masterclasses, one-on-one mentorship, legal and IP clinics, investor readiness, peer learning, and industry linkages.

The programme received 134 applications, shortlisted 60 applicants, advanced 50, and selected 35 startups for the programme. Of these, 21 startups graduated from incubation, representing 27 female and 8 male founders across stages ranging from ideation to growth.

Project Impact

• 134 Applications

• 35 Startups Selected

• 21 Incubation Graduates

• 35 Founders

• Startup Stages: 10 Ideation | 4 Prototyping | 9 MVP | 12 Growth

• Geographic Reach: Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Mianwali, Multan, Peshawar, Sargodha, and the UK