AWEF RISE, November 2026

Discover AWEF RISE

Education, skills & economic empowerment

AWEF Hub

Central support for women building their own enterprise.

The programme

A home base for women moving into enterprise.

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AWEF Hub is our central support mechanism for African women building social enterprises and small businesses. It offers holistic, joined-up support: not just a one-off workshop, but ongoing help throughout the business journey.

We anchor women through the early, uncertain stages of building something of their own, until they are strong enough to run it independently.

AWEF is not a regulated legal-advice provider. Where a matter needs regulated legal or specialist professional advice, we signpost you to qualified professionals.

AWEF is not an emergency service. If you are in immediate danger, call 999. If you cannot speak, press 55 when prompted.

At a glance

What to expect.

Who it’s for

Women starting or growing a small business or social enterprise, at any stage of the journey.

How it works

Ongoing, practical support including business planning, mentorship and access to a wider network of contacts.

What you’ll get

A support system that stays with you until your enterprise is standing on its own, not just a single session.

Part of our work

Education, skills & economic empowerment.

We help women build knowledge, qualifications, employability and enterprise confidence. Through learning, mentoring and practical business support, women can develop ideas, improve work prospects and create more secure futures for themselves and their families.

Take the next step

Building an enterprise or social venture?

Talk to AWEF about the practical support, guidance and community available through AWEF Hub.