Our Training Manual is now available!

We are excited to introduce the RE-FEM Training Manual, a transformative resource created to empower women entrepreneurs and support the mentors and trainers who work alongside them. Developed as a response to the challenges that disproportionately affected women-led businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, this manual addresses critical gaps in training and provides tools to build resilience, navigate crises, and promote growth in the post-pandemic landscape.

The RE-FEM Training Manual is structured into five essential modules, each designed to meet the specific needs of women entrepreneurs and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in today’s business environment:

1. Digital Transformation and Digital Readiness – This module introduces essential digital tools and strategies, preparing entrepreneurs to harness technology in all aspects of their business, from operations to market outreach.
2. Access to Finance and Innovation – Covering innovative approaches to securing funding and navigating both local and international markets, this module explores various funding sources, providing knowledge to build financially sustainable ventures.
3. Servitization and Innovation – Encouraging a shift from traditional product-centered models to service-oriented approaches, this module helps entrepreneurs innovate their business offerings and adapt to changing consumer demands.
4. Sustainability in Times of Crisis – Focusing on long-term resilience, this module teaches sustainable business practices that can withstand social and economic disruptions, supporting women entrepreneurs in creating businesses that endure through challenging times.
5. Personal Resilience, Well-being, and Gender Implications – Recognizing the unique obstacles faced by women in entrepreneurship, this module promotes personal resilience and well-being, covering mental health, work-life balance, and the particular challenges of maintaining a business as a woman.

Beyond these core modules, the Training Manual incorporates self-reflection exercises within each topic to encourage participants to consider the specific gender-based challenges in entrepreneurship. This reflective approach allows learners not only to gain practical skills but also to understand and address the unique experiences and needs of women in the business world.

The manual’s modular structure ensures that content can be easily adapted across various training programs, making it a versatile tool for institutions, organizations, and mentors working with women entrepreneurs. With its comprehensive curriculum, the RE-FEM Training Manual provides a blend of theoretical insight and hands-on application, allowing participants to build robust, resilient businesses that are prepared for the future.