However, if there are sustained “windfalls” on export front and consequently there is no draw down of funds, a Stabilization Fund may be converted into an endowment fund as done by Norway by rechristening the Petroleum Fund as Government Pension Fund. SWFs generally refer to special purpose investment vehicles created to manage national savings to generate higher returns.
In just 12 months of operations, the company has been able to provide some form of financial service to almost 3,000 women. The range of activities, in which the entrepreneurs are involved, signifies how innovative women are in ensuring a sustained livelihood for themselves and their families.