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IIM Ahmedabad - Her & Now Program
Project Aim
The Her & Now Program aims to empower women entrepreneurs in India by providing incubation and acceleration support. The program focuses on promoting economic empowerment for women by improving the framework conditions for women-led enterprises, especially in tier-II and tier-III cities.
Revenue Streams
GIZ and supported by BMZ and MoSDE
Key Beneficiaries
Women Entrepreneurs in Tier 3 towns
Key Activities
Capacity Building: Focuses on business skills, leadership, and self-image as business owners.
Access to Markets and Finance: Helps entrepreneurs access market opportunities and financing.
Incubation and Acceleration Support: Provides training on business concepts and access to mentorship.
Key Partners
Startup Oasis (Rajasthan)
WE Hub (Telangana).
Funders/Donors
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Indian Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MoSDE).
Types of Business supported
textiles/handloom, food processing, handicrafts, manufacturing, education, services
Customer Segments
women entrepreneurs across various sectors, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
Key Resources
Mentors and Experts: More than 45 mentors provided support.
Training Programs: Classroom training, mentorship, and expert sessions on business skills.
Access to Financial Institutions: Links to financial institutions to equip women with the resources needed for growth.
Cost Structure
1.Training and Mentorship Costs: Providing expert-led workshops and individual mentorship
2.Operational Costs: Managing incubation centers and partner organizations.
3.Program Extension Cost
Customer Relation
program builds relationships through mentorship, training programs, and a strong network of other entrepreneurs and industry experts. Participants are supported in accessing business networks and market linkages.
Channels of Program delivery
Workshops and Classroom Training
Mentorship programs
Online Sessions and Networking
Value Proposition
1.Custom training in business skills
2.Individual Mentorship
3.Access to finance and market opportunities
4.Capacity-building sessions on self-confidence and leadership.