Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Kenya 2024 /Cohort 6

Applications are currently open for the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Kenya 2024 Interested and qualified candidates should apply below: 

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Keya 2024 is June 10, 2024. 

Tell Me About the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Kenya 2024 

Applications are currently being accepted for the 2024 Kenya Academy for Women Entrepreneurs. The U.S. Embassy Nairobi, in conjunction with the Ushindi Empowerment Group, is inviting women entrepreneurs from Nairobi who have at least 3 years of experience and are interested in expanding their businesses or exploring international trade to apply for the program. The main goal is to offer business management training to female entrepreneurs in Nairobi who are prepared to grow their businesses. This initiative is supported by the UPS Foundation. 

The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) was established in 2019 by the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). AWE aims to equip women entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and networks necessary to launch and expand successful businesses. AWE is currently operational in over 100 countries and has impacted over 25,000 women entrepreneurs globally. The Ushindi Empowerment Group is a community-based organization committed to empowering communities and marginalized groups by transforming lives.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

Entrepreneurs

Type:

Workshop 

Who can Apply for the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Kenya 2024 

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements: 

• Kenyan women entrepreneurs, aged 25 to 45, who reside in Nairobi.
• Seeking to grow their business and have at least 2–3 years of entrepreneurial experience.
• Commitment to scale their business or explore international trade.
• Commit to actively participate in all program components and impact assessments.
• Have basic computer skills and access to the Internet.
• Own and/or lead a business with demonstrated potential for growth.
• Must be able to commit on average five hours per week to AWE both physically and virtually as required by the program.
• Have a good understanding of both written and spoken English.
• Women who hold elected or appointed government positions are not eligible for this program. (AWE Alumni are eligible to apply.)

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Kenya

Where will the Award be Taken?

Kenya

How Many Awards?

Not specified

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What is the Benefit of the Academy For Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Kenya 2024 

The AWE Program will enable participants to: 

• Gain access to the online business training platform –Dream Builder
• Specialized business management training and a growth plan for your business training
• A dedicated one-on-one mentor to support you in your business growth planning process
• Gain exposure to essential business resources and tools to grow and scale your business
• Network and learn from successful and established business leaders and mentors
• Access to a community of female entrepreneurs with opportunities for peer-to-peer inspiration and learning
• The opportunity to pitch your business to a prominent jury of seasoned entrepreneurs and industry leaders
• The chance to win seed funding to launch or consolidate your business.
• Opportunity to be part of the U.S. Exchange AWE Alumni network and access opportunities

How to Apply:

Applications are currently ongoing online visa the official website. 

Visit the Award Webpage for Details