The Women in Digital Business training program, created to empower 800 women entrepreneurs via digital literacy and business innovation, has been launched, according to the NECA’s Network of Entrepreneurial Women.
According to a release from NNEW, reached by BrandSpur business and economy news desk, the program, which is supported by Microsoft Philanthropies and the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organisation, is a major step in the direction of encouraging economic growth and sustainability among women-owned enterprises.
Launched in July, the training program aims to improve the digital abilities of female entrepreneurs who have been in business for more than six months. To finish the training, participants must be fluent in English and dedicate at least 25 hours over five weeks.
As per the statement, female entrepreneurs would investigate digital business solutions that are pertinent to their enterprises’ efficacy and acquire knowledge about the digital revolution of their personnel and company procedures.
According to Mrs. Adefunke Kuyoro, President of NNEW: “We are thrilled to partner with ITC-ILO and Microsoft Philanthropies on the Women in Digital Business initiative to offer this empowering programme to women entrepreneurs.”
“By equipping them with essential digital skills and innovative business strategies, we aim to bridge the digital divide, create opportunities for women entrepreneurs, and enhance their capacity to succeed in today’s digital economy,” she added.
Kuyoro went on to say that the program is evidence of NNEW’s dedication to encouraging inclusive economic growth and supporting women in business.
Furthermore stated by Mrs. Bukky Femi-Ajala, the Program Director: “The Women in Digital Business programme consists of 10 online training sessions and self-paced learning modules on a dedicated portal.
“Participants will gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance their business operations, increase efficiency, and drive growth in the digital economy,” the Director added.
Femi-Ajala underlined that the goal of WIDB is to give female entrepreneurs the fundamental knowledge and abilities needed for digital business.
The statement further reads: “Women In Digital Business is part of NNEW’s mission to support women entrepreneurs and promote digital inclusion. Registration for the third batch is open until the end of the month.”
