… Relevance of gender in the policy area Entrepreneurship plays an … key policy goal for governments who expect that high rates of entrepreneurial activity will create sustainable jobs. … by women. European Commission In 2008, three lines ofaction were developed at EU level in relation to female …
… In brief Fédération Pionnières is a network of business incubators which helps women entrepreneurs to … new businesses set up. Its success rate is high, with 85% of its clients being successful, against 50% of unaccompanied … will tackle these shortfalls through three main lines ofaction: awareness-raising, guidance and information; advice …
… and new technologies project involves eight local action groups in five Spanish regions – Andalusia, Asturias, … Castilla-La Mancha, Castilla y León and Madrid. Part of the National Rural Network, the project aimed to stimulate … active labour market and equality policies) have developed plans, programmes and projects which include support for …
… brief The Cyprus Women's Cooperative Bank Ltd. (WCB), one of the first co-operative banks created by women in the … of up to €100,000 to SMEs. It offers flexible repayment plans, grace periods of up to two years, interest rates of … provide a form of positive discrimination or affirmative action to ensure equal access for women. Indeed, although the …
… In brief The Entrepreneurship of Unemployed Women Aged 22-64 programme was an ESF-supported … considerable experience the OAED has in assessing business plans. Although it was intended to promote female … against Women mentions the programme as a key action in fighting women’s unemployment and discrimination, …