Central support for women building their own enterprise.
Six areas of work
Education, skills & economic empowerment
Skills and independence.
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.
At a glance
- English language
- Digital skills
- Employability
- Training
- Enterprise
- Mentoring
- AWEF Hub
- English and essential skills
- Digital inclusion
- Employability and enterprise
Who this is for
- Women
- Adult learners
- Entrepreneurs
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Programmes in this area
Named programmes that deliver this work.
Practical routes through which this area is delivered. Each has its own page with who it is for and how to take part.
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How the work connects
Support the woman. Strengthen the community. Influence the system.
Every area can be a first step. Together they respond to the whole of a woman’s situation rather than a single issue, and what we learn becomes evidence for wider change.
- Listen
- Support
- Empower
- Learn
- Advocate
- Change
Six areas of work
Explore the other areas.
Each area can be a first step. Start wherever feels right and we will help with the rest.
Refugee & migrant women
Welcome and belonging.
Rights & equality
Knowledge and dignity.
Advocacy & access to justice
Voice and access.
Health, wellbeing & recovery
Recovery and resilience.
Leadership & community voice
Representation and influence.
Start with a conversation
Tell us what is happening. We will listen.
We help you understand your options, support you and connect you with the right people. When you are ready, we follow up.