The United States Consulate General in Lagos has announced call for applications to the 2020 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE). The AWE is a U.S. Government initiative that supports women entrepreneurs around the world.
This is the second annual annual edition of the initiative, and 120 female entrepreneurs from across southern Nigeria will be selected to receive virtual and in-person training and mentoring.
20 slots have also been set aside for 20 female returnees. This is to support the comprehensive rehabilitation and reintegration of returned migrants.
The program is scheduled to run from
November 2020 to
March 2021. Successful applicants will receive lessons on business management, network with like-minded entrepreneurs and mentors, and learn the practical skills required to create and run successful as well as sustainable businesses.
Jennifer Foltz, United States Consulate Acting Public Affairs Officer, explained that the goal of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs is to mentor women all over the globe on how to become successful entrepreneurs.
The AWE is a component of the White House Women's Global Development and Prosperity Initiative. This is an initiative designed to empower women worldwide to fulfill their economic potential, thereby creating conditions for increased stability, security, and prosperity for all.
According to Foltz,
"One of the U.S. government's goals is to promote entrepreneurship worldwide. Through the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, we are doing just that by giving ambitious businesswomen the skills they need to take their ventures to the next level. For this year's program, we encourage motivated and self-driven female entrepreneurs to apply".
Participants will receive access to DreamBuilder, a blended business-training course developed through a partnership between Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management and global copper mining company Freeport-McMoRan. Also, leading local business leaders will help facilitate the workshops.
Interested female entrepreneurs can apply at no cost by clicking on the button below and filling out the application form.
Application Deadline: 8th November, 2020.
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