Academy for Women Entrepreneurs opens application process

Applications for the 2023 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) programme are now being accepted by CyprusInno.

According to a press release from CyprusInno, applications are open until 30 July and for more information and to apply, interested parties should visit https://cyprusinno.com/awe2023/ or contact the CyprusInno team at info@cyprusinno.com.

It is noted that the programme is implemented with the support of the Embassy of the United States of America and is also supported by the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI-KEBE) and the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce (KTTO).

It is noted that this in-person, three-month programme in English, starting early September, is offered at no cost to women who are planning to launch their own business, or who already own a business and need support to scale it.

It is added that no previous experience or knowledge is required, as the programme is designed to assist women at any stage of her venture, make their dream a reality. 

Moreover, it is noted that upon completing the programme, participants will be awarded a certificate and become AWE alumni with the opportunity to connect and network with alumni from all over the world.  

The programme, coming to Cyprus for the first time this year, combines localised in-class mentoring and training facilitation with a complimentary online platform, DreamBuilder, the press release says.

"During the programme, participants will learn core business skills like strategic planning, marketing, and financial management, and apply these skills both in and out of the classroom with mentors from the local business community and the U.S. Exchange Alumni network," it adds.

As explained in the press release AWE in Cyprus will begin in September 2023 and conclude in November 2023. During this period, participants will join in-person and online entrepreneurship and business trainings, meet and discuss with various Cypriot women entrepreneurs, and pay visits to businesses led by women. 

Founded in 2019, AWE aims to empower women with the knowledge, network, and access they need to launch and scale successful businesses.

(Source: CNA)