Aiming to empower and encourage female business owners from Armenia and Artsakh, AGBU Women Entrepreneurs (AGBU WE) develops the potential of micro-enterprise or small business owners offering an array of tools, resources and practical experiences. The comprehensive program helps entrepreneurs across the region better understand the essence and features of their business and find ways to maximize their success.
The highly competitive AGBU WE, part of the AGBU EmpowerHer initiative, offers women looking to start up or scale up a micro-enterprise or small business with a full cycle of support, including coursework in entrepreneurism and financial management, business marketing, mentorships, courses on local tax legislation, mini-grants and English language coaching. In addition, AGBU WE provides extensive post-program follow up, counseling and alumni engagement, ensuring the creation of a true network of women supporting women.
Launching or scaling up a business in today's world means being ready for the continually changing landscape facing local entrepreneurs in Armenia. AGBU WE offers a 360 degree cycle of support to educate and empower women to develop strong business plans with the agility to pivot as needed and lean in to the network of EmpowerHer alumni and supporters around the world. Unique features of the program include:
The women of Armenia and Artsakh are ready to take the lead in their businesses and communities. Volunteer as an ANI Language Coach through weekly virtual sessions or offer your expertise as a Business Mentor. Your engagement helps ensure their success. Of course, you can also support by giving financially to this donor-driven program and other facets of AGBU EmpowerHer.
AGBU WE receives ASIIN international certification, becoming the first non-formal education program in Armenia to achieve such recognition. It confirms our program meets European adult learning standards, with certificates now internationally recognized.
A new cohort of potential and current business owners will have the chance to join the growing network of AGBU Women Entepreneurs this spring. Enterprising women who own businesses in Armenia are welcome to apply.
Financial Education for Entrepreneurs online course, aiming to promote financial literacy for micro and small business owners, has been launched in collaboration with AGBU WE and DSIK and approved by RA Central Bank.
AGBU WE embarked on a groundbreaking journey, hosting an intensive training session in Luxembourg for 26 women entrepreneurs from 14 countries. The program equiped them with essential skills and strategies to bring their business visions to life.
Each year in December, AGBU's women entrepreneurs participate in the largest Christmas Market Expo, offering important visibility for their diverse businesses. In 2024, 30 beneficiaries from Armenia and Artsakh showcased their products at the Expo.
