Startup Women Advocacy Network

The Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) empowers women entrepreneurs by providing resources, advocacy, and community support to help them navigate the challenges of starting and scaling businesses in Canada.
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Overview of the Startup Women Advocacy Network program:

The Startup Women Advocacy Network (SWAN) is an initiative designed to address the unique barriers faced by women entrepreneurs in Canada. It provides a robust support system, connecting women business owners with resources, mentorship, and a network of peers to foster growth and resilience. By offering advocacy efforts, SWAN helps amplify the voices of women entrepreneurs in shaping policies and practices that impact the entrepreneurial ecosystem. This program focuses on enhancing access to funding, education, and opportunities while promoting gender diversity in the business landscape. Through workshops, networking events, and advocacy campaigns, SWAN encourages collaboration, skills development, and meaningful change for women entrepreneurs.

Benefits of the Startup Women Advocacy Network program:
  • Access to a national network of women entrepreneurs and business leaders.
  • Workshops and events focused on skills development, funding strategies, and business growth.
  • Advocacy efforts to influence policies and remove systemic barriers for women in business.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and peer-to-peer learning.
  • Resources to navigate challenges in starting and scaling businesses.
Eligibility criteria of the Startup Women Advocacy Network program:
  • Open to women entrepreneurs across Canada.
  • Applicants must be actively involved in starting or operating a business.
  • No specific age or revenue requirements are noted.
  • Commitment to participating in network activities and leveraging available resources.
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