Women still striving in the field of business

Businesswomen’s Center in the Eastern Province Chamber of Commerce was created to fulfill its mission, “working together for a better future.” The center aims at building the nation, promoting growth and development, apart from boosting the economy. However, Amina Al-Jassim, a member of the Businesswomen’s Center, complained that despite tremendous efforts made toward it, funding institutions still prefer to support projects and business proposals by men. She is a fashion designer of traditional jelabiyas, abayas, modern evening wear, and wedding gowns and has, recently, opened her own boutique in Al-Khobar. She still faces difficulty and discrimination when requesting loans for her business projects.   Saudi Gazette .