Swavalambini – Women Entrepreneurship Programme Launched

1. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in partnership with NITI Aayog, has launched a new initiative titled Swavalambini – Women Entrepreneurship Programme.
2. The programme represents a focused step towards promoting women-led entrepreneurship across India.

Key Features of Swavalambini Programme

1. The programme is designed as a multi-stage movement to support and empower women in entrepreneurship.
2. It specifically targets female students in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to build a strong pipeline of future women entrepreneurs.
3. The core objective is to equip young women with the skills, mentorship, and resources necessary to become successful business leaders.

Programme Structure

The initiative includes a stepwise entrepreneurship training model tailored for female students. It comprises four key components:

1. 1. Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme (EAP)
   2. Women Entrepreneurship Development Programme (WEDP)
   3. Dedicated mentorship support
   4. Capacity building for faculty to nurture and guide future entrepreneurs

Implementation Mechanism

1. The programme is being implemented by the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD).
2. NIESBUD is a premier institution under the Ministry, known for delivering entrepreneurship development programmes nationwide.

Intended Impact

1. The programme aims for a minimum 10% of trained women participants to successfully start their own enterprises.
2. It envisions contributing to inclusive economic growth by boosting women-led startups and ventures.
3. Ultimately, Swavalambini is expected to be a catalyst for women’s economic empowerment and employment generation across the country.

 

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