The United Nations General Assembly designated 27 June as "Micro-, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises Day" to raise awareness of their contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In recent years, the entrepreneurial landscape has witnessed a remarkable shift towards digitalisation, with e-commerce platforms emerging as powerful tools for businesses to reach new markets and customers. This digital revolution has been particularly transformative for women entrepreneurs running Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), offering unprecedented opportunities for growth, innovation, and empowerment. As we celebrate MSMEs Day, let's recognise the critical role enterprises play in our economies. They account for 90% of businesses, 60-70% of employment, and 50% of GDP worldwide, significantly contributing to local and national economies. Read the blog by Upul Batagoda: https://bit.ly/3V9TklX 🌍📌 #MSMEDay #WomenEntrepreneurs #DigitalEconomy #ECommerce #Empowerment #InclusiveGrowth #Entrepreneurship #MSMEDay2024 #Microbusiness #WorldMSMEDay #MSMEs #GDP #CDFP
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🌍 Although #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek comes to a close, we continue to celebrate the incredible contributions of women entrepreneurs across Canada. Women-led businesses are driving innovation, creating opportunities and shaping the future of #entrepreneurship. To recognize their impact, here are five of our 2024 reports that highlight the achievements, challenges and potential of women entrepreneurs: 1️⃣ The Black African and Caribbean Entrepreneurship Leadership Program (BACEL): Evaluation Insights 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gMrZ9A9X Report Partners: Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures, Black Business & Professional Association (BBPA) 2️⃣ MindFrame Connect: Program Evaluation 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g8WJs2yN Report Partners: Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures, MindFrame Connect 3️⃣ Skills Bridge Preliminary Evaluation: Capacity-Building for Canadian Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g7Dwkjmp Report Partners: Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures, Ontario Chamber of Commerce, Magnet 4️⃣ Greening Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises: Women Entrepreneurs and the Path to Net Zero 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gqjDMVWz Report Partners: Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures, Coralus 5️⃣ Women and the Venture Capital Industry in Canada and the United States 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g9S-PQbt Report Partners: Ethical Digital, NACO Canada, Mitacs This week, we are reminded that supporting #WomenEntrepreneurs is essential for building inclusive economies and resilient businesses. Read more in our reports. #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #ChooseWOMEN #FemaleFounders#InvestInWomen #SMEs #50_30Challenge #WED2024 #GEW2024
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As a strategic partner to the World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum (#WEIF), #WDO is holding a panel #workshop titled “Progress by Innovation: The Role of Digital Transformation and Innovation in Entrepreneurship”. The workshop aims to address the unique challenges faced by women-led businesses by offering practical tools and resources to #empower women entrepreneurs across the OIC member states. The workshop's main goal is to amplify the impact of women-led businesses in achieving economic growth and innovation within #OIC countries. Some of the topics that will be discussed in the workshop include The Critical Role of Women Entrepreneurs in #Sustainable Economic Development, Challenges Faced by Women-Led Businesses in Accessing #Finance and Markets, Addressing the Need for Tailored Business Development Services and Mentorship, Leveraging Information #Technology to Bridge the Gender Gap in Entrepreneurship, Practical Tools and Resources for Empowering #Women Entrepreneurs in OIC Member States, and Navigating the Digital Landscape: Information Technology Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs in #OIC Countries.
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Associate Professor of Banking, Finance and Microfinance / Dedicated to creating and disseminating insights on financial inclusion
Join us to discuss the findings of this study conducted for and in collaboration with the Union for the Mediterranean on gender-lens investing and women-led social enterprises in the MENA region. #socialbusiness #MENA #investing #genderlens #women #financialinclusion
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🌍 Join the Conversation: Women-Led Social Enterprises for #InclusiveGrowth 🌟 #Women-led social #enterprises are vital in tackling socio-economic challenges across the MENA region. They drive inclusive growth, spark #innovation, and pave the way for #transformativechange. However, they often face significant systemic barriers, such as limited #accesstofinance, inadequate #entrepreneurialskills and #financialeducation, and restrictive legal frameworks. To adress these issues we have good news 👇 📅 Webinar Details: Date: December 19 Time: 10:00 CEST Audience: Impact investors, women entrepreneurs, and organizations supporting social enterprises. This session will unveil key findings and practical solutions from the recent #study on #genderlens #investments. Let’s collaborate to foster #sustainable and equitable growth in the MENA region. 💻 Register now and secure your spot! 👉https://bit.ly/3BfAK4F #SocialImpact #WomenEmpowerment #InclusiveGrowth #GenderLensInvesting #MENARegion #CollaborationForChange
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Trade and Investments Policy Officer at Permanent Delegation of Israel to the OECD & Visiting Professor - Sciences Po Lille
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Passionate about Intellectual Property .Strongly believes its the untapped and most available booster for Africa's economy.
🌟 Spotlighting the Informal Sector: The Unsung Heroes of Innovation 🌟 In today's rapidly evolving landscape, innovation often takes center stage, yet there's a crucial sector that remains on the margins: the informal sector. Comprising millions of small-scale entrepreneurs, artisans, and service providers, this vibrant ecosystem is pivotal for economic growth, job creation, and social resilience. 🔍 Why Focus on the Informal Sector? Economic Backbone: The informal sector significantly contributes to local and national economies, often accounting for a considerable share of employment, especially in developing regions. Innovative Solutions: Informal businesses are remarkably adaptive and resourceful. They often innovate out of necessity, creating unique products and services that meet local needs in ways that larger corporations might overlook. Social Empowerment: By engaging with the informal sector, we can empower marginalized communities, providing them with the resources and networks they need to thrive. This inclusion leads to more equitable development and a more robust innovation ecosystem. 🌱 Opportunities for Collaboration: As professionals and innovators, we have a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between formal and informal sectors. By recognizing and valuing the contributions of informal entrepreneurs, we can create supportive frameworks that enhance their potential while driving inclusive growth. #Innovation #InformalSector #Entrepreneurship #EconomicGrowth #Inclusion #Collaboration
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6moDigitalisation has enabled businesses to reach new markets and customers, fostering growth, innovation, and empowerment. This shift has been particularly transformative for women entrepreneurs, offering opportunities for growth and inclusive economic participation.