The National Council of Women’s Society Kaduna North is set to launch the Accelerating Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme to drive economic empowerment and foster gender equality through entrepreneurship.
In a statement yesterday by the president of the society, Amina Lawal, she explained that the Accelerating Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme has been designed to provide women with access to mentorship, funding opportunities, networking, and educational resources to help turn their business ideas into ventures.
She added that the programme will provide women entrepreneurs with the resources and network necessary to scale their businesses, driving innovation and creating diverse and sustainable economic opportunities for all.
“Today, we are excited to announce our Women’s Entrepreneurship Project – The Accelerate Women Entrepreneurship Programme in honor of Women’s History Month.
“The programme is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs, fostering innovation, and providing the necessary tools and resources to support their business growth.
“We are committed to breaking down the barriers that women face in the entrepreneurial world and ensuring that women have an equal opportunity to thrive in the business landscape,” she added.
She said, “Empowering women is not just a matter of equality, but also a matter of economic and social progress. This program is a long-term commitment to building a more inclusive, innovative, and diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem where women can lead, innovate, and thrive.
“We hope to launch the program in a few weeks together with key partners who will work together with us to make significant strides in empowering women to lead the charge for change and innovation in the entrepreneurial world.”
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