Enhances women’s inclusion by focusing on empowering ultra-poor women in Northern Kenya to achieve economic and social resilience.The program empowers women entrepreneurs through targeted grants (e.g., KES 50,000 in two phases) to establish or grow businesses, improving household incomes and reducing economic dependency. Women are organized into Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) to promote collective savings, financial inclusion, and access to small loans. Capacity building includes entrepreneurship training, financial literacy, record-keeping, and climate-smart practices to address challenges like droughts. Community engagement ensures women’s voices in decision-making while challenging restrictive social norms. By fostering climate-smart businesses and connecting women to markets and financial institutions, the program enhances their resilience and ability to commercialize products and access credit.
The Cherie Blair Foundation’s programs enhance women’s inclusion and business development through targeted initiatives designed to address barriers women entrepreneurs face globally. Through these programs;
A three-session program that builds leadership skills among women entrepreneurs. It emphasizes confidence-building and strategic thinking, addressing cultural and systemic barriers to women’s leadership.Participants gain access to networks of successful women leaders, fostering inspiration and collaboration. Women learn how to lead teams effectively, plan strategically, and make informed decisions to grow their businesses.
An investor-readiness program that builds entrepreneurial and financial skills among women business owners over seven weeks. It provides accessible online learning, enabling women from diverse backgrounds, even those with limited mobility or in rural areas, to participate. It fosters peer networking, encouraging shared experiences and support among women entrepreneurs.The program offers training in marketing, financial planning, and business scalability, equipping women with practical tools to grow their businesses.
An investor-readiness program that builds entrepreneurial and financial skills among women business owners over seven weeks. It provides accessible online learning, enabling women from diverse backgrounds, even those with limited mobility or in rural areas, to participate. It fosters peer networking, encouraging shared experiences and support among women entrepreneurs.The program offers training in marketing, financial planning, and business scalability, equipping women with practical tools to grow their businesses.
A three-session program that builds leadership skills among women entrepreneurs. It emphasizes confidence-building and strategic thinking, addressing cultural and systemic barriers to women’s leadership.Participants gain access to networks of successful women leaders, fostering inspiration and collaboration. Women learn how to lead teams effectively, plan strategically, and make informed decisions to grow their businesses.
A one-year mentorship program pairing women entrepreneurs with experienced mentors.The program creates personalized support, considering unique challenges women face in their industries and regions. It provides a safe space for women to discuss professional and personal challenges, fostering empowerment. Mentors guide women in improving operational efficiency, marketing strategies, and financial management, driving sustainable growth.
A six-month program designed to link women entrepreneurs to market opportunities.It equips women with the skills and knowledge to navigate market challenges and seize opportunities. The program emphasizes inclusivity by connecting participants to buyers and financial institutions, particularly in regions where women face systemic exclusion.It encourages diversification and scaling of businesses to meet market standards.