Women’s financial independence is a vital pillar of empowerment, enabling women to take charge of their lives and make informed choices that pave the way for a brighter future—for themselves, their families, and society at large. With research from the McKinsey Global Institute indicating that the global GDP could increase by USD 12 trillion by 2025 if gender gaps are bridged and women are empowered economically, this event seeks to contribute to that vision by equipping women with essential financial knowledge and tools. In response to this, BritCham Indonesia’s Professional Women HUB held a flagship event titled "Women in Finance: Empowering Financial Independence for Women" at the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA).
This initiative is part of a broader commitment to promote financial empowerment and gender equality, recognising the transformative impact that financially independent women have on families, communities, and nations worldwide. The event promises to be a powerful platform for knowledge exchange and inspiration, setting the stage for positive change on both an individual and societal level. The event brought together esteemed women leaders from finance companies, including HSBC, Bibit.id, Stockbit, and DNA Finance, who shared their expertise and actionable strategies to foster financial independence. Riana Taluki, Country Head of Retail Business Banking at HSBC, emphasised, “Do not invest if you don’t fully understand your investment plan. It’s essential to learn from experts and to educate yourself before making any investment decisions.”
In her presentation, Vivi Handoyo Lie, Head of Investment at Stockbit and Bibit.id, shared insights on investing habits, noting, “Women tend to be more diligent and consistent in their investments. Data from Bibit.id shows that women have created 8% more automated investment plan compared to men.”
The event concluded with remarks from Sony Jethnani, Chair of BritCham’s Professional Women HUB and Marketing Director of PT Hansika Unggul Indah, who also acted as the event's moderator. She stated, “Your self-worth doesn’t come from the products you own, but from your intrinsic value as a person. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself. Also, let’s prioritise valuing ourselves, and through that, we can enhance our relationship with money.”
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